82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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St. Mary's County, MD · Patuxent River
Myrtle Point Park
24050 Patuxent Blvd, California, MD 20619
193 acres on a peninsula where the Patuxent estuary meets the Bay. Sandy beaches, soft kayak/canoe launch, ~2.5 miles of trails through woods and marsh, and the best wide-open Patuxent views in the county. Swimming is allowed but unsupervised.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · 41% rain
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind 8 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind 7 to 12 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 69% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
29 /100
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0 Swim
52 Sunbathe
19 Walk
40 Fish
30 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 to 12 mph
E
Rain
41%
Today
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
81°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:02 PM
0.1 ft · in 3.8h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
69% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:52 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Partly Sunny
2%
86
85°
Sunny
2%
86
93°
Sunny
1%
75
91°
Sunny
3%
79
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
46
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
42
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance
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
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on trails.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
24050 Patuxent Blvd, California, MD 20619
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Myrtle Point Park today?
Myrtle 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 Myrtle Point Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on trails.
Is there an entry fee at Myrtle Point Park?
Entry to Myrtle Point Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Myrtle Point Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Myrtle Point Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Myrtle Point Park?
Amenities at Myrtle Point Park include beach, trails, kayak launch, picnic groves, portable restrooms, geocaching.
When is the water warmest at Myrtle Point Park?
The Patuxent warms through July to highs around 78-82°F. Best swimming window is late June through early September.
Where is Myrtle Point Park located?
Myrtle Point Park is in St. Mary's County, MD, at 24050 Patuxent Blvd, California, MD 20619.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS