Dorchester County, MD · Chesapeake Bay

Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)

A Cambridge waterfront park at the end of Somerset Avenue on the Choptank River. Small sandy beach, boat ramp, docks, playgrounds, pavilions, and walking paths. Free and pet-friendly — Cambridge's easy-access public waterfront.

Eats & Drinks 27 Charters & Tours 7 Stay 2

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

60°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 60. Northwest wind 13 to 16 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 48. Northwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Weather

60°F air — chilly for a beach day
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering

57 /100

good

56 Swim

49 Sunbathe

70 Walk

60 Fish

70 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

60°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

13 to 16 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

Air Quality

29 Good

Ozone · Lower Eastern Shore

UV Peak

3 Moderate

Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM

Tomorrow

61°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

63°F

Cold

Next Low Tide

9:23 PM

0.4 ft · in 2.8h

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:37 AM

Sunset

4:58 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:02 AM	High	1.8 ft
8:35 AM	Low	0.1 ft
2:37 PM	High	2.1 ft
9:23 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:44 AM	High	1.8 ft
9:15 AM	Low	0.1 ft
3:19 PM	High	2.1 ft
10:08 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:24 AM	High	1.8 ft
9:52 AM	Low	0.1 ft
3:58 PM	High	2.1 ft
10:48 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:05 AM	High	1.7 ft
10:28 AM	Low	0.1 ft
4:36 PM	High	2.1 ft
11:28 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:45 AM	High	1.7 ft
11:03 AM	Low	0.2 ft
5:15 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:07 AM	Low	0.5 ft
5:25 AM	High	1.6 ft
11:40 AM	Low	0.2 ft
5:54 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:48 AM	Low	0.5 ft
6:06 AM	High	1.6 ft
12:20 PM	Low	0.2 ft
6:36 PM	High	1.9 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8571892, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

60°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

61°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

61°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

65°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

64°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

60°

Chance Rain Showers

33%

Fri Nov 13

54°

Chance Rain Showers

34%

What to Bring Today

recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°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

9:10 PM - 11:10 PM

Minor

4:40 AM - 5:40 AM

Major

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Minor

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Free lot.

Dogs

Leashed dogs welcome throughout the park.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Somerset Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613

Amenities

beachboat rampdockspavilionplaygroundsplaying fieldwalking paths

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) today?

Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle 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 Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs welcome throughout the park.

Is there an entry fee at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?

Entry to Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) is free.

Are there lifeguards at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?

No lifeguards are stationed at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?

Amenities at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) include beach, boat ramp, docks, pavilion, playgrounds, playing field, walking paths.

When is the water warmest at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle 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 Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) located?

Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) is in Dorchester County, MD, at Somerset Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613.