71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
57
Door County, WI · Great Lakes
Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)
9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212
Wisconsin's most-visited state park (since 1909) — 3,776 acres on the Green Bay side of Door County with 8 miles of shoreline, the 1868 Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, an 18-hole golf course, 20 miles of trails, and the popular Nicolet Bay Beach.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 1pm. Partly sunny. High near 71, with temperatures falling to around 69 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 58, with temperatures rising to around 60 overnight. North northeast wind around 6 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- 22% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 62°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
55 /100
good
47 Swim
56 Sunbathe
69 Walk
81 Fish
73 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Cloudy
Wind
6 to 10 mph
NNE
Rain
22%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 02 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 12 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
62°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
1 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:02 AM
Sunset
9:40 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Partly Sunny
0%
77
76°
Sunny
0%
77
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
65
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
51%
24
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
37
87°
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
24
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 62°F
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.
Major
8:50 PM - 10:50 PM
Minor
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
5:50 PM - 6:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Park lots throughout; Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission required.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on Nicolet Bay sand beach. Permitted leashed on the White Cedar Nature Trail, Pine Picnic Area, and the rocky shores.
Entry Fee
WI vehicle admission: $13 resident / $16 non-resident daily; $28 resident / $50 non-resident 12-month (2026).
Address
9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on Nicolet Bay sand beach. Permitted leashed on the White Cedar Nature Trail, Pine Picnic Area, and the rocky shores.
Is there an entry fee at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)?
WI vehicle admission: $13 resident / $16 non-resident daily; $28 resident / $50 non-resident 12-month (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)?
Amenities at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) include restrooms, showers (bathhouse), concession, kayak/SUP rentals, picnic tables, playground, campgrounds (468 sites), lighthouse.
When is the water warmest at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay 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 Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) located?
Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) is in Door County, WI, at 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212.
Nearby Beaches
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