Hancock County, MS · Gulf of Mexico
Bay St. Louis Beach
Beach Blvd at Washington St, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
A sandy, walkable beach stretching along Beach Boulevard in Old Town Bay St. Louis, anchored by the Washington Street Pier and boat launch. The adjacent Heritage Trail links restaurants, galleries, and the harbor — making it the most pedestrian-friendly beachfront on the MS coast.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Calm
Best for walking today
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:21 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 7:00 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
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.
Beach Info
Parking
Free public parking along Beach Blvd and at the Washington Street Pier lot.
Dogs
Dogs welcome day or night on leash; owners must pick up after pets (Hancock County Sand Beach policy).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Beach Blvd at Washington St, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Bay St. Louis Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Bay St. Louis Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Bay St. Louis Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs welcome day or night on leash; owners must pick up after pets (Hancock County Sand Beach policy).
Is there an entry fee at Bay St. Louis Beach?
Entry to Bay St. Louis Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Bay St. Louis Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Bay St. Louis Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Bay St. Louis Beach?
Amenities at Bay St. Louis Beach include restrooms, showers, pier, boat launch, pavilion, bike trail, ADA accessible.
When is the water warmest at Bay St. Louis Beach?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Bay St. Louis Beach located?
Bay St. Louis Beach is in Hancock County, MS, at Beach Blvd at Washington St, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520.
Nearby Beaches
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