85°
Mostly Cloudy
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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)
7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
Part of Gunpowder Falls State Park. A 1,500-foot sandy swim beach on Dundee Creek with lifeguards, bathhouse, and paddle boat rentals. Popular with Baltimore County families, often crowded on weekends.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
82°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. East wind 10 to 14 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind 5 to 13 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
73 /100
great
75 Swim
65 Sunbathe
78 Walk
83 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 14 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
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:14 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.1h
Sea Nettles
Low nettle risk
30% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:48 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
0%
86
86°
Sunny
0%
85
93°
Sunny
4%
75
91°
Sunny
3%
79
89°
Mostly Sunny
12%
80
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Large state park lot.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted on swimming beach. Allowed on leash in other park areas.
Entry Fee
$5/person MD resident, $7/person non-resident (Memorial Day–Labor Day weekends & holidays)
Address
7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) today?
Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted on swimming beach. Allowed on leash in other park areas.
Is there an entry fee at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
$5/person MD resident, $7/person non-resident (Memorial Day–Labor Day weekends & holidays)
Are there lifeguards at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
Amenities at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) include lifeguards, bathhouse, paddle boat rentals, restrooms, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls)?
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 Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) located?
Hammerman Beach (Gunpowder Falls) is in Baltimore County, MD, at 7200 Graces Quarters Rd, Middle River, MD 21220.
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