58°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
5%
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Marquette County, MI · Great Lakes
Presque Isle Park (Marquette)
Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855
A 323-acre city park on an oval peninsula jutting into Lake Superior at the north end of Marquette — pebble beaches (Black Rocks for the locally famous cliff-jumping), basalt cliffs, bogs, and old-growth forest.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
38°F water · 58°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Low around 48, with temperatures rising to around 51 overnight. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 38°F water — dangerously cold — do not swim
42 /100
ok
18 Swim
58 Sunbathe
74 Walk
80 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
N
Rain
5%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
60°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
38°F
Too cold to swim
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:57 AM
Sunset
9:46 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Mostly Sunny
1%
48
64°
Sunny
0%
48
76°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
44
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
17
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
22
82°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
22
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 38°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free park lots; no admission charge.
Dogs
Dogs only permitted inside enclosed vehicles within the park — a city ordinance to protect wildlife. Not allowed on beaches, the Fit Strip, Park Cemetery, or at special events.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Presque Isle Park (Marquette).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Presque Isle Park (Marquette) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Presque Isle Park (Marquette) dog-friendly?
Dogs only permitted inside enclosed vehicles within the park — a city ordinance to protect wildlife. Not allowed on beaches, the Fit Strip, Park Cemetery, or at special events.
Is there an entry fee at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
Entry to Presque Isle Park (Marquette) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Presque Isle Park (Marquette). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
Amenities at Presque Isle Park (Marquette) include restrooms, concession (Island Store), picnic areas, playground, bandshell, hiking trails, gazebo.
When is the water warmest at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
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 Presque Isle Park (Marquette) located?
Presque Isle Park (Marquette) is in Marquette County, MI, at Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855.
Nearby Beaches
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