76°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
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Garrett County, MD · Lake
New Germany State Park
349 Headquarters Ln, Grantsville, MD 21536
455 acres around a 13-acre mountain lake four miles south of Grantsville. Sandy swim beach on the east side, 11 rustic cabins, snack bar at the Lake House, and 10 miles of trails used for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing in winter.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 76°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
52 /100
ok
66 Sunbathe
34 Walk
35 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Cloudy
Wind
7 mph
E
Rain
23%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
5:14 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.0h
Water Quality
Clean
16 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:58 AM
Sunset
8:44 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Sunny
5%
84
83°
Sunny
0%
86
84°
Sunny
1%
83
82°
Mostly Sunny
9%
83
79°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
53
79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
45
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in the Hemlock camping loop and designated trails; not at the beach or main campground.
Entry Fee
Modest per-vehicle service charge (varies by season); see parkreservations.maryland.gov
Address
349 Headquarters Ln, Grantsville, MD 21536
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at New Germany State Park today?
New Germany 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 New Germany State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in the Hemlock camping loop and designated trails; not at the beach or main campground.
Is there an entry fee at New Germany State Park?
Modest per-vehicle service charge (varies by season); see parkreservations.maryland.gov
Are there lifeguards at New Germany State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at New Germany State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at New Germany State Park?
Amenities at New Germany State Park include beach, cabins, camping, snack bar, kayak rentals, trails, nature center.
When is the water warmest at New Germany State Park?
Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is New Germany State Park located?
New Germany State Park is in Garrett County, MD, at 349 Headquarters Ln, Grantsville, MD 21536.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS