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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
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 71. East wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. Southeast wind around 6 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 66°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
64 /100
good
53 Swim
71 Sunbathe
81 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
E
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
78°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
66°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Clean
41 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:58 AM
Sunset
8:59 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
78°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
75
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
11
74°
Mostly Sunny
12%
75
74°
Sunny
4%
75
81°
Mostly Sunny
11%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 66°F
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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Cedar Point Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Cedar Point Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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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