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.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

81°F water · 85°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 85. South wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 78. Southwest wind 17 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Weather

85°F air — ideal beach weather
21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

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

73 /100

great

75 Swim

64 Sunbathe

79 Walk

74 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.8 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8574680 · Observed 1.80 ft · Predicted 1.05 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

85°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

21 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

87°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

81°F

Swimming weather

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
5:49 AM	High	2.0 ft
12:43 PM	Low	0.7 ft
5:55 PM	High	1.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:26 AM	Low	0.5 ft
6:35 AM	High	1.9 ft
1:24 PM	Low	0.6 ft
6:50 PM	High	1.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:27 AM	Low	0.5 ft
7:19 AM	High	1.9 ft
2:02 PM	Low	0.5 ft
7:44 PM	High	1.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:26 AM	Low	0.6 ft
8:01 AM	High	1.8 ft
2:38 PM	Low	0.5 ft
8:33 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:19 AM	Low	0.7 ft
8:40 AM	High	1.7 ft
3:11 PM	Low	0.5 ft
9:19 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:10 AM	Low	0.7 ft
9:19 AM	High	1.6 ft
3:43 PM	Low	0.5 ft
10:03 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:03 AM	Low	0.8 ft
9:58 AM	High	1.5 ft
4:13 PM	Low	0.5 ft
10:48 PM	High	1.9 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8574680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

85°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

87°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

39%

Fri Sep 11

81°

Partly Sunny

11%

Sat Sep 12

81°

Chance Rain Showers

45%

Sun Sep 13

84°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

57%

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 Beach shelter or anchored canopy 21 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°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

lifeguardsbathhousepaddle boat rentalsrestroomspicnic pavilions

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.