84°
Sunny
0%
80
Ottawa County, MI · Great Lakes
Holland State Park Beach
2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, MI 49424
One of Michigan's most popular state-park beaches — wide Lake Michigan sand fronting the iconic "Big Red" Holland Harbor Lighthouse. Sunsets behind the lighthouse are an institution. Tulip Time festival in May brings the surrounding Dutch-heritage city to life.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 82 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 2 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 70. West wind 1 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 65°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
77 /100
great
70 Swim
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
2 to 9 mph
NNE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
65°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Clean
13 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:17 AM
Sunset
9:23 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
1%
80
87°
Sunny
0%
79
87°
Sunny
0%
77
84°
Mostly Sunny
2%
80
84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
40
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
35
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 65°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot; MI Recreation Passport required.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the swimming beach. Permitted leashed on park trails.
Entry Fee
MI Recreation Passport: $14/year resident vehicle.
Address
2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, MI 49424
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Holland State Park Beach today?
Holland State Park Beach 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 Holland State Park Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the swimming beach. Permitted leashed on park trails.
Is there an entry fee at Holland State Park Beach?
MI Recreation Passport: $14/year resident vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Holland State Park Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Holland State Park Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Holland State Park Beach?
Amenities at Holland State Park Beach include restrooms, showers, concession, campground, lighthouse view, volleyball.
When is the water warmest at Holland State Park Beach?
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 Holland State Park Beach located?
Holland State Park Beach is in Ottawa County, MI, at 2215 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, MI 49424.
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