Charlestown Beach And Campground, MD
Sunrise to Sunset
374 miles
67
°F
5
5
mph
50
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~2Beach Alerts
Good Conditions
No current safety alerts for this beach
About This Beach
Charlestown Beach and Campground is a small, privately-owned beach on the Elk River offering a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. It features a snack bar, restrooms, showers, picnic tables, and a generally clean environment. While some visitors find it crowded, many appreciate its peaceful atmosphere and affordability.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Food Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.5
Average Rating
There are no reviews yet.
50 + reviews
Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 66° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 68° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 69° | 5 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 70° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 70° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 69° | 2 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 68° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | ↗ NE | -1.1 ft |
| 13:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | ↗ NE | -0.9 ft |
| 14:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | → E | -0.2 ft |
| 15:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | → E | +0.1 ft |
| 16:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | → E | +0.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | → E | +0.1 ft |
| 18:00 | 74°F | 0.1 ft | 2s | ↘ SE | +0.5 ft |