77°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
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Garrett County, MD · Lake
Deep Creek Lake State Park
898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD 21561
Maryland's largest freshwater lake — 3,900 acres in the Alleghenies. Two sandy swim beaches with a shower house and changing stations, 20 miles of trails, and a 112-site campground. The swim season runs when swim lines are installed (roughly Memorial Day–Labor Day).
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 77°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Southeast wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
52 /100
ok
66 Sunbathe
34 Walk
40 Fish
35 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Cloudy
Wind
7 mph
E
Rain
23%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
5:14 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.0h
Water Quality
Clean
11 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
2%
85
84°
Sunny
0%
86
85°
Sunny
1%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny
12%
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
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated pet areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
$3/person MD resident, $5/person out-of-state
Address
898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD 21561
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Deep Creek Lake State Park today?
Deep Creek Lake State 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 Deep Creek Lake State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated pet areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Deep Creek Lake State Park?
$3/person MD resident, $5/person out-of-state
Are there lifeguards at Deep Creek Lake State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Deep Creek Lake State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Deep Creek Lake State Park?
Amenities at Deep Creek Lake State Park include beach, shower house, changing station, camping, trails, kayak/canoe launch, discovery center.
When is the water warmest at Deep Creek Lake State 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 Deep Creek Lake State Park located?
Deep Creek Lake State Park is in Garrett County, MD, at 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD 21561.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS