75°
Sunny
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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
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 56°F water · 75°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. South wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 57, with temperatures rising to around 59 overnight. South wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 56°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued june 3 at 2:34pm cdt until june 5 at 1:00am cdt by nws green bay wi
52 /100
ok
20 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
43 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 3 at 2:34PM CDT until June 5 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected due to high waves and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Beaches along Lake Michigan in Door, Kewaunee and Manitowoc Counties. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected. Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Several beaches that will be most susceptible to the dangerous swimming conditions include... Rock Island State Beach, Baileys Harbor beaches and Whitefish Dunes Beach in Door County. Cresent Beach and City of Kewaunee Beach in Kewaunee County. Point Beach, Neshotah Beach and Red Arrow Beach in Manitowoc County.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
13 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
56°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
1 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:04 AM
Sunset
9:30 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Mostly Sunny
4%
71
75°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
73%
11
74°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
34
67°
Sunny
3%
64
70°
Sunny
2%
63
75°
Mostly Sunny
13%
71
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 56°F — dangerously cold
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
11:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Major
3:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Minor
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Major
3:30 PM - 5:30 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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