77°
Areas Of Smoke
0%
75
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 a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 77°F air · 73°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Areas of smoke. Mostly sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 75. North northeast wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Smoke. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. North northeast wind 5 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — air quality alert issued july 18 at 9:34am cdt by nws green bay wi
61 /100
good
47 Swim
71 Sunbathe
81 Walk
58 Fish
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Weather alert in effect
Air Quality Alert issued July 18 at 9:34AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Haze
Wind
16 mph
NNE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Areas Of Smoke
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
1 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:18 AM
Sunset
9:31 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Areas Of Smoke
0%
80
81°
Areas Of Smoke then Patchy Smoke
68%
39
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
60
72°
Sunny
2%
66
76°
Sunny
7%
82
76°
Chance Rain Showers
28%
67
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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.
Minor
11:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Major
4:20 AM - 6:20 AM
Minor
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Major
4:40 PM - 6:40 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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) today?
Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay 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 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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