Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay

Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp

14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688

Solomons Island's waterfront — a riverwalk/boardwalk along the Patuxent with boat ramp, fishing pier, and walkable access to the Calvert Marine Museum, restaurants, and kayak rentals. Not a swim beach, but the best waterfront stroll on the lower Patuxent.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 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

Clear, with a low around 42. 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

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 8:36am est until november 9 at 6:00am est by nws baltimore md/washington dc

43 /100

26 Swim

51 Sunbathe

71 Walk

30 Fish

71 Photo

Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 8:36AM EST until November 9 at 6:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

NWS · In effect through Nov 9, 6:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Smith Point VA, and Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point VA. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

60°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

Air Quality

29 Good

Ozone · Lower Eastern Shore

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

Today Nov 7

60°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

63°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

63°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

66°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

65°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

62°

Chance Light Rain

41%

Fri Nov 13

55°

Chance Light Rain

46%

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 street and public lot parking around the island.

Dogs

Leashed dogs welcome on the boardwalk and in Riverwalk area.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688

Amenities

boardwalkboat rampfishing pierkayak rentalsmuseumrestaurantsrestrooms

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp today?

Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp 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 Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs welcome on the boardwalk and in Riverwalk area.

Is there an entry fee at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?

Entry to Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp is free.

Are there lifeguards at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?

No lifeguards are stationed at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?

Amenities at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp include boardwalk, boat ramp, fishing pier, kayak rentals, museum, restaurants, restrooms.

When is the water warmest at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?

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 Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp located?

Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp is in Calvert County, MD, at 14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688.