74°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
Jefferson County, LA · Gulf of Mexico
Grand Isle State Park
Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358
Louisiana's only state park on the Gulf — a barrier-island park at the eastern tip of Grand Isle with a 400-foot fishing pier, beach camping, and a 2.5-mile nature trail through dune and marsh habitat.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 74, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
80 /100
great
77 Sunbathe
84 Walk
74 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
31 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · New Orleans
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
6:50 PM
1.4 ft · in 17m
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:17 AM
Sunset
5:09 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:50 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:41 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:09 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:27 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:36 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:16 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:08 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:09 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:43 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:02 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:21 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:51 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:01 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8760922, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
70°
Mostly Sunny
1%
74
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
77
74°
Mostly Sunny
0%
83
74°
Partly Sunny
13%
81
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
15%
67
67°
Sunny
0%
62
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
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
9:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Minor
3:40 PM - 4:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use parking included with park admission.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash in the park but prohibited on the beach and in the water.
Entry Fee
$3 per person; free for seniors 62+ and children under 3.
Address
Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Grand Isle State Park today?
Grand Isle State 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 Grand Isle State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash in the park but prohibited on the beach and in the water.
Is there an entry fee at Grand Isle State Park?
$3 per person; free for seniors 62+ and children under 3.
Are there lifeguards at Grand Isle State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Grand Isle State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Grand Isle State Park?
Amenities at Grand Isle State Park include restrooms, showers, fishing pier, campground, RV hookups, nature trail, beach wheelchair, birdwatching.
When is the water warmest at Grand Isle State Park?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Grand Isle State Park located?
Grand Isle State Park is in Jefferson County, LA, at Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358.
Nearby Beaches
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