54°
Chance Rain Showers
36%
20
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
Skip the beach today.
54°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of rain showers before 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54. Northwest wind around 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers between 7pm and 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. West wind 10 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 54°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
- 36% rain — pop-up showers possible
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
20 /100
skip
3 Sunbathe
38 Walk
53 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
54°F
Cloudy
Wind
20 mph
NW
Rain
36%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
26 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Cleveland-Akron-Lorain
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
56°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:04 AM
Sunset
5:13 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
56°
Mostly Sunny
0%
41
55°
Mostly Sunny
12%
44
60°
Sunny
3%
53
56°
Partly Sunny
6%
57
52°
Chance Light Rain
53%
15
48°
Chance Light Rain
46%
16
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 36% rain chance
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 54°F outside
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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