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Erie County, OH · Great Lakes
Cedar Point Beach
1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870
A mile-long Lake Erie beach attached to one of America's largest amusement parks (Cedar Point opened in 1870). Sand is open to the public without a park ticket via Cedar Point Shores entrance. Swim at your own risk — no lifeguards posted on the open lake beach (Cedar Point Shores waterpark, separate, is lifeguarded). Iconic backdrop of the Magnum and Millennium Force roller coasters.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
75% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 100. West wind around 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 10pm, then patchy smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 11pm, then patchy smoke and a slight chance of rain showers between 11pm and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Heat index values as high as 95. North wind 12 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 75% rain — wet day — beach day is off
- 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 3:48pm edt until july 19 at 8:00am edt by nws cleveland oh
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Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 3:48PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 20 knots and waves 2 to 5 feet expected. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Erie from The Islands to Avon Point OH. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Weather alert in effect
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:02PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Light Rain
Wind
18 mph
W
Rain
75%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Patchy Smoke
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
41 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:12 AM
Sunset
9:01 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Patchy Smoke
0%
79
84°
Mostly Sunny
0%
86
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
5
74°
Mostly Sunny
7%
70
74°
Sunny
2%
85
77°
Mostly Sunny
2%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 18 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 75% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot (separate from amusement park).
Dogs
Dogs prohibited.
Entry Fee
Beach access has separate parking fee; full park ticket separate.
Address
1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cedar Point Beach today?
Cedar Point Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Cedar Point Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited.
Is there an entry fee at Cedar Point Beach?
Beach access has separate parking fee; full park ticket separate.
Are there lifeguards at Cedar Point Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cedar Point Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cedar Point Beach?
Amenities at Cedar Point Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants in the park, volleyball.
When is the water warmest at Cedar Point Beach?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Cedar Point Beach located?
Cedar Point Beach is in Erie County, OH, at 1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870.
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