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Tilghman Lake Park

Park · La Plata, Maryland

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 85°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 85°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 85°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 85°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy NCDV2, as of Aug 22, 4:48 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
85°F
29°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Maryland yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy NCDV2 (16.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 4:48 AM UTC.

Weather at Tilghman Lake Park

H: 77° L: 68°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
72°
|
Feels like 75°
Precipitation
89%
Humidity
85%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
3 AM
Moderate rain
72°
6 AM
Moderate rain
71°
9 AM
Light rain shower
68°
12 PM
Light rain shower
71°
3 PM
Light rain shower
76°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
76°
9 PM
Mist
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tilghman Lake Park?
Tilghman Lake Park is a park in La Plata, Maryland.
What is the water temperature at Tilghman Lake Park?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Tilghman Lake Park in La Plata, Maryland is 85°F (29°C), measured by NOAA buoy NCDV2, 16.4 miles away.
Can you swim at Tilghman Lake Park?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 85°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Tilghman Lake Park rated?
Tilghman Lake Park in La Plata, Maryland has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 222 reviews.

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Location & Contact

10598 Box Elder Rd, La Plata, MD 20646

La Plata, Maryland 20646

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes