77°
Sunny
2%
74
Door County, WI · Great Lakes
Cave Point County Park
5360 Schauer Rd, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
A small Door County park immediately adjacent to Whitefish Dunes, famous for limestone sea caves carved into Lake Michigan dolomite cliffs and a turquoise-cast nearshore. No beach — the shoreline is rock — but the most photographed spot on the peninsula.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 77°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 77. West southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 61. West northwest wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 8:36am cdt until september 9 at 7:00pm cdt by nws green bay wi
74 /100
great
47 Swim
75 Sunbathe
83 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 8:36AM CDT until September 9 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 kts with gusts up to 25 kts and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. * WHERE...Central and Southern Bay of Green Bay, and Lake Michigan nearshore waters from Washington Island to Sturgeon Bay. * WHEN...From noon today to 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Clear
Wind
16 mph
WSW
Rain
2%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 01 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:20 AM
Sunset
7:12 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
70°
Sunny
0%
80
72°
Sunny
0%
74
73°
Mostly Sunny
14%
75
67°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
73
70°
Showers And Thunderstorms
78%
4
68°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
54%
44
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free park lot; no admission charge.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash. Owners must clean up.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5360 Schauer Rd, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cave Point County Park today?
Cave Point County Park 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 Cave Point County Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash. Owners must clean up.
Is there an entry fee at Cave Point County Park?
Entry to Cave Point County Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cave Point County Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cave Point County Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cave Point County Park?
Amenities at Cave Point County Park include restrooms (solar), picnic tables, grills, rentable gazebo.
When is the water warmest at Cave Point County Park?
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 Cave Point County Park located?
Cave Point County Park is in Door County, WI, at 5360 Schauer Rd, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS