77°
Mostly Cloudy
13%
73
Lake County, IN · Great Lakes
Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach)
1 N Grand Blvd, Gary, IN 46403
A municipal park in Gary's Miller Beach neighborhood — 1.4 miles of white-sand Lake Michigan beach, dunes, lagoons, and oak savanna, entirely surrounded by Indiana Dunes National Park. The 1921 Aquatorium anchors the park.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
77°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. West wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
73 /100
great
68 Sunbathe
77 Walk
73 Fish
85 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
W
Rain
13%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
7:09 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Mostly Cloudy
6%
75
76°
Sunny
0%
85
82°
Mostly Sunny
11%
83
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
75
87°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
49
80°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
36
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
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
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Lakefront lots at 6918 Oak Ave plus street parking; pay via app. $3 Gary residents, $5 non-residents.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the swimming beach. Permitted leashed on park trails and lawn areas.
Entry Fee
Parking fee only ($3/$5).
Address
1 N Grand Blvd, Gary, IN 46403
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach) today?
Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the swimming beach. Permitted leashed on park trails and lawn areas.
Is there an entry fee at Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach)?
Parking fee only ($3/$5).
Are there lifeguards at Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach)?
Amenities at Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach) include lifeguards (10am–6pm, Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day), restrooms, Aquatorium pavilion, concession stand, fishing lagoon, playgrounds, shelters, hiking trails.
When is the water warmest at Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller 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 Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach) located?
Marquette Park Beach (Gary, Miller Beach) is in Lake County, IN, at 1 N Grand Blvd, Gary, IN 46403.
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