84°
Mostly Cloudy
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Harford County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Flying Point Park
600 Flying Point Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
A Harford County park on a peninsula jutting into the Bush River near its mouth at the Chesapeake. Sandy shoreline for wading, boat ramp, fishing pier, and sweeping Bush River views. Not a lifeguarded swim beach — popular with paddlers and anglers.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fishing.
82°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. East wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southeast wind 2 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
81 /100
great
77 Swim
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
88 Fish
85 Photo
Best for fishing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
8%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:17 PM
0.8 ft · in 4.1h
Sea Nettles
Low nettle risk
30% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Mostly Sunny
0%
86
87°
Sunny
0%
85
95°
Sunny
5%
72
91°
Sunny
3%
80
89°
Mostly Sunny
10%
81
89°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°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
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot. Fills on summer weekends, especially with boaters.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
600 Flying Point Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Flying Point Park today?
Flying Point 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 Flying Point Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Flying Point Park?
Entry to Flying Point Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Flying Point Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Flying Point Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Flying Point Park?
Amenities at Flying Point Park include boat ramp, fishing pier, picnic pavilions, restrooms, playground.
When is the water warmest at Flying Point Park?
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 Flying Point Park located?
Flying Point Park is in Harford County, MD, at 600 Flying Point Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS