60°
Sunny
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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
Great day for a beach walk.
60°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 60. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 41. 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
Atmosphere
Air Temp
60°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
NW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
27 Good
Ozone · Roanoke
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
7:07 PM
0.3 ft · in 34m
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:38 AM
Sunset
5:00 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| 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 |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:47 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 7:09 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 1:22 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 7:51 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 7:49 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 2:03 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 8:33 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:09 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 8:27 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 2:44 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 9:15 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:49 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 9:07 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 3:25 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 9:57 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 9:47 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 4:07 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 10:40 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:13 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 10:30 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 4:50 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 11:25 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8577330, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
63°
Sunny
0%
63
63°
Sunny
0%
58
66°
Sunny
0%
67
65°
Sunny
0%
67
61°
Chance Light Rain
41%
46
54°
Chance Light Rain
46%
28
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 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