79°
Mostly Sunny
11%
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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
Great day for a beach walk.
79°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. Southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers between 1am and 2am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
77 /100
great
78 Sunbathe
84 Walk
71 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
12 mph
SW
Rain
11%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:53 AM
Sunset
7:36 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
73%
15
75°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
25%
71
75°
Showers And Thunderstorms
88%
12
77°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
33
78°
Partly Sunny
13%
77
81°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
39
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph 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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Minor
6:30 PM - 7:30 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