Regional Guide · 5 beaches
Patuxent River Beaches
The Patuxent is Maryland's longest river entirely within the state, emptying into the Chesapeake near Solomons Island. River beaches along the lower Patuxent have a unique character — calmer than the open Bay, with tidal-river ecosystems, good fishing, and often less crowding.
Current Conditions
Average water temperature: 63°F
Across 5 monitored stations on the Patuxent River.
When to Go
May through October. Water temps track close to the Chesapeake given the tidal connection.
Watch Out For
Bacteria advisories track with the Bay. Currents in narrows can be stronger than expected.
Ranked by Today's Conditions
Kings Landing Park
Calvert County, MD
64
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F water 61°F air 9 to 14 mph wind
Myrtle Point Park
St. Mary's County, MD
62
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F water 60°F air 15 mph wind
Greenwell State Park
St. Mary's County, MD
62
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F water 60°F air 12 to 15 mph wind
Snow Hill Farm Park
St. Mary's County, MD
62
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F water 60°F air 14 mph wind
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Calvert County, MD
61
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F water 60°F air 12 to 15 mph wind