77°
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
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Garrett County, MD · Lake
Broadford Lake Park
Broadford Rd, Oakland, MD 21550
A 140-acre Town of Oakland lake — built in 1972 as the town reservoir, now a full-on recreation park. Sandy beach and swim area, three playgrounds, beach volleyball, boat launch, and affordable jon boat/canoe/kayak/paddle boat rentals. Open Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 77°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. East wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 26% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
41 /100
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64 Sunbathe
31 Walk
39 Fish
34 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Cloudy
Wind
7 mph
E
Rain
26%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
5:14 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.0h
Water Quality
Clean
23 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:00 AM
Sunset
8:45 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
5%
84
84°
Sunny
0%
86
84°
Sunny
2%
84
82°
Mostly Sunny
13%
82
80°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
53
80°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
3:10 AM - 4:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
7:20 PM - 8:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Modest daily use fee (check town website)
Address
Broadford Rd, Oakland, MD 21550
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Broadford Lake Park today?
Broadford Lake Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Broadford Lake Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Broadford Lake Park?
Modest daily use fee (check town website)
Are there lifeguards at Broadford Lake Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Broadford Lake Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Broadford Lake Park?
Amenities at Broadford Lake Park include beach, boat launch, boat rentals, playgrounds, volleyball, pavilions, trails, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Broadford Lake Park?
Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Broadford Lake Park located?
Broadford Lake Park is in Garrett County, MD, at Broadford Rd, Oakland, MD 21550.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS