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Lake County, OH · Great Lakes
Headlands Beach State Park
9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
Ohio's longest natural sand beach — a mile of Lake Erie shoreline at the mouth of the Grand River in Mentor. The adjacent Headlands Dunes State Nature Preserve protects a rare inland-dunes habitat; the Fairport Harbor Lighthouse is across the river mouth.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
78°F water · 80°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind 9 to 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 69. East wind 2 to 14 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
78 /100
great
78 Swim
75 Sunbathe
84 Walk
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
9 to 16 mph
NE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
38 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:00 AM
Sunset
9:00 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
1%
87
86°
Sunny
0%
83
86°
Sunny
0%
84
84°
Mostly Sunny
1%
86
82°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
78
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
35
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 9 to 16 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free state park lot.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed on the beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Headlands Beach State Park today?
Headlands Beach 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 Headlands Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Headlands Beach State Park?
Entry to Headlands Beach State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Headlands Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Headlands Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Headlands Beach State Park?
Amenities at Headlands Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, concession (seasonal), picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Headlands Beach State 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 Headlands Beach State Park located?
Headlands Beach State Park is in Lake County, OH, at 9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060.
Nearby Beaches
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