Worcester County, MD · Chesapeake Bay

Public Landing Beach

Small sandy beach on Chincoteague Bay in the unincorporated Eastern Shore community of Public Landing. Calm water, quiet, and a great alternative to Ocean City's crowds if you want a Bay-side day on the southern Eastern Shore.

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 10 to 15 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Northwest wind around 10 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

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

60°F

Clear

Wind

10 to 15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

Air Quality

29 Good

Ozone · Lower Eastern Shore

UV Peak

3 Moderate

Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM

Tomorrow

61°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

63°F

Cold

Next Low Tide

9:23 PM

0.4 ft · in 2.8h

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:33 AM

Sunset

4:56 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:02 AM	High	1.8 ft
8:35 AM	Low	0.1 ft
2:37 PM	High	2.1 ft
9:23 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:44 AM	High	1.8 ft
9:15 AM	Low	0.1 ft
3:19 PM	High	2.1 ft
10:08 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:24 AM	High	1.8 ft
9:52 AM	Low	0.1 ft
3:58 PM	High	2.1 ft
10:48 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:05 AM	High	1.7 ft
10:28 AM	Low	0.1 ft
4:36 PM	High	2.1 ft
11:28 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:45 AM	High	1.7 ft
11:03 AM	Low	0.2 ft
5:15 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:07 AM	Low	0.5 ft
5:25 AM	High	1.6 ft
11:40 AM	Low	0.2 ft
5:54 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:48 AM	Low	0.5 ft
6:06 AM	High	1.6 ft
12:20 PM	Low	0.2 ft
6:36 PM	High	1.9 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8571892, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

60°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

61°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

61°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

65°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

65°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

61°

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

28%

Fri Nov 13

55°

Chance Rain Showers

31%

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

9:20 AM - 11:20 AM

Minor

3:20 PM - 4:20 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Free lot.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Public Landing, MD 21851

Amenities

restroomspavilionfishing pierboat ramp

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Public Landing Beach today?

Public Landing Beach 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 Public Landing Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash.

Is there an entry fee at Public Landing Beach?

Entry to Public Landing Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Public Landing Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Public Landing Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Public Landing Beach?

Amenities at Public Landing Beach include restrooms, pavilion, fishing pier, boat ramp.

When is the water warmest at Public Landing Beach?

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 Public Landing Beach located?

Public Landing Beach is in Worcester County, MD, at Public Landing, MD 21851.