Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay

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.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

81°F water · 86°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 74. Southwest wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

Weather

86°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

77 /100

great

83 Swim

76 Sunbathe

84 Walk

70 Fish

79 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

86°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 02 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

88°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

81°F

Swimming weather

Next High Tide

8:08 PM

1.4 ft · in 51m

Sea Nettles

Low nettle risk

33% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:41 AM

Sunset

7:24 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:59 AM	Low	0.3 ft
7:24 AM	High	1.7 ft
1:54 PM	Low	0.1 ft
8:08 PM	High	1.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:00 AM	Low	0.3 ft
8:11 AM	High	1.6 ft
2:37 PM	Low	0.0 ft
8:57 PM	High	1.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:57 AM	Low	0.3 ft
8:56 AM	High	1.5 ft
3:18 PM	Low	0.0 ft
9:44 PM	High	1.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:51 AM	Low	0.3 ft
9:40 AM	High	1.4 ft
3:59 PM	Low	0.0 ft
10:30 PM	High	1.7 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:45 AM	Low	0.3 ft
10:27 AM	High	1.3 ft
4:40 PM	Low	0.1 ft
11:16 PM	High	1.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:36 AM	Low	0.3 ft
11:13 AM	High	1.2 ft
5:21 PM	Low	0.1 ft
11:58 PM	High	1.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
6:25 AM	Low	0.3 ft
11:58 AM	High	1.1 ft
6:01 PM	Low	0.2 ft

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

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

86°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

88°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

39%

Fri Sep 11

81°

Partly Sunny

10%

Sat Sep 12

81°

Chance Rain Showers

46%

Sun Sep 13

84°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

56%

Mon Sep 14

84°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

84°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°F

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

10:40 PM - 12:40 AM

Minor

4:30 AM - 5:30 AM

Major

10:50 AM - 12:50 PM

Minor

6:20 PM - 7:20 PM

Beach Info

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

Amenities

boat rampskayak rentalscanoe rentalsjon boat rentalsrestroomspicnic area

Frequently Asked

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.