85°
Partly Sunny
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Cecil County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
North East Community Park
100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901
Town-run park at the head of the Chesapeake where the North East River empties in. Small sandy/grassy shoreline, fishing pier, pavilion, and playground. Good quiet wading spot for kids — jellyfish are rare this far up the Bay — but no lifeguards.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for swimming.
82°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind around 8 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. East wind 0 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
85 /100
ideal
88 Swim
82 Sunbathe
86 Walk
86 Fish
82 Photo
Best for swimming today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 mph
E
Rain
5%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
4:50 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.6h
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Sunny
0%
86
88°
Sunny
0%
84
95°
Sunny
6%
72
91°
Sunny
2%
80
89°
Mostly Sunny
7%
82
89°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°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
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at North East Community Park today?
North East Community 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 North East Community Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at North East Community Park?
Entry to North East Community Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at North East Community Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at North East Community Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at North East Community Park?
Amenities at North East Community Park include fishing pier, playground, pavilion, picnic tables, restrooms, boat ramp nearby.
When is the water warmest at North East Community Park?
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 North East Community Park located?
North East Community Park is in Cecil County, MD, at 100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS