Greenwell State Park

25420 Rosedale Manor Ln, Hollywood, MD 20636

A 596-acre working-farm state park with about a mile of Patuxent River shoreline, a small sandy beach, and miles of hiker/biker/equestrian trails. One of the few Maryland parks with on-site therapeutic horseback riding.

Great day for a beach walk.

60°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 60. Northwest wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Weather

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

Water

  • 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
62 /100
good
57 Swim
51 Sunbathe
71 Walk
61 Fish
71 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
60°F
Clear
Wind
12 to 15 mph
NW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
29 Good
Ozone · Lower Eastern Shore
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Sunny
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
7:07 PM
0.3 ft · in 34m
Sunrise
6:38 AM
Sunset
5:00 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
12:06 AM High 1.4 ft
6:28 AM Low 0.1 ft
12:38 PM High 1.6 ft
7:07 PM Low 0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8577330, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Nov 7
60°

Sunny

0%
62
Sun Nov 8
63°

Sunny

0%
63
Mon Nov 9
63°

Sunny

0%
60
Tue Nov 10
66°

Sunny

0%
68
Wed Nov 11
65°

Sunny

0%
67
Thu Nov 12
61°

Chance Light Rain

41%
45
Fri Nov 13
54°

Chance Light Rain

46%
33

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
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Parking

Free lot near the Rosedale Manor House; short walk to the water.

Dogs

Leashed dogs welcome on trails and beach year-round.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

25420 Rosedale Manor Ln, Hollywood, MD 20636

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Is it safe to swim at Greenwell State Park today?

Greenwell 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 Greenwell State Park dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs welcome on trails and beach year-round.

Is there an entry fee at Greenwell State Park?

Entry to Greenwell State Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Greenwell State Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Greenwell State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Greenwell State Park?

Amenities at Greenwell State Park include beach, trails, picnic area, restrooms, kayak launch, horseback riding.

When is the water warmest at Greenwell State Park?

The Patuxent warms through July to highs around 78-82°F. Best swimming window is late June through early September.

Where is Greenwell State Park located?

Greenwell State Park is in St. Mary's County, MD, at 25420 Rosedale Manor Ln, Hollywood, MD 20636.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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