Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)

7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220

The boating side of Gunpowder Falls State Park's Dundee Creek Area, separate from Hammerman's swim beach. Public boat ramps, kayak/canoe/jon-boat rentals, and direct access to Dundee, Saltpeter, and Dark Head Creeks. Not a swimming destination — launch, fish, paddle.

Charters & Tours 3

Great day for a beach walk.

59°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 59. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 44. West wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Weather

  • 59°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

  • 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
61 /100
good
58 Swim
49 Sunbathe
70 Walk
60 Fish
70 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
59°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
NW
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
24 Good
Ozone · Metro Baltimore
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Sunny
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
7:15 PM
2.0 ft · in 43m
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
4:58 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
12:57 AM Low 0.3 ft
6:29 AM High 1.1 ft
12:20 PM Low 0.1 ft
7:15 PM High 2.0 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8574459, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Nov 7
59°

Sunny

1%
61
Sun Nov 8
63°

Sunny

1%
64
Mon Nov 9
62°

Sunny

0%
58
Tue Nov 10
65°

Sunny

0%
66
Wed Nov 11
65°

Sunny

1%
67
Thu Nov 12
59°

Chance Light Rain

44%
42
Fri Nov 13
52°

Chance Light Rain

48%
31

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major
9:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Minor
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM

Parking

State park lot with trailer parking for boaters.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash outside the Hammerman swim beach area.

Entry Fee

State park service charge in season; boat launch fee separate

Address

7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220

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Is it safe to swim at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) today?

Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) 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 Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash outside the Hammerman swim beach area.

Is there an entry fee at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?

State park service charge in season; boat launch fee separate

Are there lifeguards at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?

No lifeguards are stationed at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?

Amenities at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) include boat ramps, kayak rentals, canoe rentals, jon boat rentals, restrooms, picnic area.

When is the water warmest at Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP)?

The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) located?

Dundee Creek Marina (Gunpowder Falls SP) is in Baltimore County, MD, at 7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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