75°
Mostly Sunny
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Ottawa County, MI · Great Lakes
Holland State Park Beach
2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, MI 49424
One of Michigan's most popular state-park beaches — wide Lake Michigan sand fronting the iconic "Big Red" Holland Harbor Lighthouse. Sunsets behind the lighthouse are an institution. Tulip Time festival in May brings the surrounding Dutch-heritage city to life.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
56°F water · 75°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. West northwest wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Low around 60, with temperatures rising to around 62 overnight. Southeast wind 1 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 56°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
69 /100
good
52 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
6 mph
WNW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
56°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
13 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:08 AM
Sunset
9:17 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Mostly Sunny
0%
71
78°
Showers And Thunderstorms
78%
11
74°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
65%
22
79°
Mostly Sunny
3%
73
84°
Mostly Sunny
9%
71
86°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
71
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 56°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot; MI Recreation Passport required.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the swimming beach. Permitted leashed on park trails.
Entry Fee
MI Recreation Passport: $14/year resident vehicle.
Address
2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, MI 49424
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Holland State Park Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Holland State Park Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Holland State Park Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the swimming beach. Permitted leashed on park trails.
Is there an entry fee at Holland State Park Beach?
MI Recreation Passport: $14/year resident vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Holland State Park Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Holland State Park Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Holland State Park Beach?
Amenities at Holland State Park Beach include restrooms, showers, concession, campground, lighthouse view, volleyball.
When is the water warmest at Holland State Park 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 Holland State Park Beach located?
Holland State Park Beach is in Ottawa County, MI, at 2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, MI 49424.
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