90°
Sunny
10%
78
Jefferson County, LA · Gulf of Mexico
Grand Isle State Park
Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358
Louisiana's only state park on the Gulf — a barrier-island park at the eastern tip of Grand Isle with a 400-foot fishing pier, beach camping, and a 2.5-mile nature trail through dune and marsh habitat.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Hot — hydrate and seek shade
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 90. West wind around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Low around 82, with temperatures rising to around 84 overnight. West wind 5 to 15 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
76 /100
great
72 Sunbathe
82 Walk
75 Fish
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.1 ft above predicted
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
Air Temp
90°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
W
Rain
10%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
5 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:11 AM
Sunset
8:59 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:48 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 8:40 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:14 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 6:00 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 3:07 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:40 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 3:26 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:56 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 3:59 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:31 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 4:33 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:19 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 5:09 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8760922, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
44
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
40
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
25
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
27
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
45
89°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
49
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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.
Minor
11:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Major
4:30 AM - 6:30 AM
Minor
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM
Major
4:50 PM - 6:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use parking included with park admission.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash in the park but prohibited on the beach and in the water.
Entry Fee
$3 per person; free for seniors 62+ and children under 3.
Address
Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Grand Isle State Park today?
Grand Isle State Park 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 Grand Isle State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash in the park but prohibited on the beach and in the water.
Is there an entry fee at Grand Isle State Park?
$3 per person; free for seniors 62+ and children under 3.
Are there lifeguards at Grand Isle State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Grand Isle State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Grand Isle State Park?
Amenities at Grand Isle State Park include restrooms, showers, fishing pier, campground, RV hookups, nature trail, beach wheelchair, birdwatching.
When is the water warmest at Grand Isle State Park?
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 Grand Isle State Park located?
Grand Isle State Park is in Jefferson County, LA, at Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS