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Mostly Cloudy
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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Rocky Point Beach & Park
2200 Rocky Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221
A 375-acre Baltimore County park with a small swim beach, boat launch, dog park, and fishing pier on Back River. A genuine neighborhood beach with local character.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
82°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. East wind 8 to 12 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southeast wind 3 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
73 /100
great
75 Swim
65 Sunbathe
77 Walk
85 Fish
83 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 to 12 mph
E
Rain
10%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:14 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.1h
Sea Nettles
Low nettle risk
30% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:49 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Mostly Sunny
0%
84
92°
Sunny
0%
78
100°
Sunny
2%
64
91°
Sunny
3%
79
90°
Mostly Sunny
14%
78
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
41
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph 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
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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
Separate dog park on-site. Not permitted on swim beach.
Entry Fee
$7/vehicle non-resident, $5 resident
Address
2200 Rocky Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Rocky Point Beach & Park today?
Rocky Point Beach & 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Rocky Point Beach & Park dog-friendly?
Separate dog park on-site. Not permitted on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Rocky Point Beach & Park?
$7/vehicle non-resident, $5 resident
Are there lifeguards at Rocky Point Beach & Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Rocky Point Beach & Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Rocky Point Beach & Park?
Amenities at Rocky Point Beach & Park include lifeguards, dog park, boat launch, fishing pier, playground, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Rocky Point Beach & 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 Rocky Point Beach & Park located?
Rocky Point Beach & Park is in Baltimore County, MD, at 2200 Rocky Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221.
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