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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
Decent day for photography.
50°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 50, with temperatures falling to around 48 in the afternoon. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 39. West southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 50°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
52 /100
ok
41 Sunbathe
66 Walk
57 Fish
68 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
50°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
22 Good
Ozone · Hammond-Gary
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
58°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:28 AM
Sunset
4:37 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
58°
Mostly Sunny
1%
57
58°
Sunny
0%
60
60°
Sunny
0%
65
57°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain
18%
53
50°
Rain Likely
56%
10
47°
Chance Rain
41%
16
What to Bring Today
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 50°F outside
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
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Minor
3:00 PM - 4:00 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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