The Ocean City Beach Patrol guards beaches from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekends and holidays, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. 

Beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024, through Sunday, September 15, 2024, when all guarded beaches will close for the season, the following beaches will be guarded:

• St. Charles Place
• 8th Street 
• 9th Street 
• 12th Street 
• 34th Street 
• 58th Street

Guarded beaches may close unexpectedly for various reasons. Please swim only in front of an OCBP lifeguard stand staffed by OCBP lifeguards. 

Lifeguard stands may not be exactly at street ends as guards will place the stand in the safest area depending on water conditions.

The Ocean City Beach Patrol strongly urges bathers to swim only at guarded beaches. If you have any questions, please call 609-525-9200.

For all emergencies, call 911.