83°
Mostly Sunny
12%
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Door County, WI · Great Lakes
Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)
9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212
Wisconsin's most-visited state park (since 1909) — 3,776 acres on the Green Bay side of Door County with 8 miles of shoreline, the 1868 Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, an 18-hole golf course, 20 miles of trails, and the popular Nicolet Bay Beach.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Heat index values as high as 83. South southwest wind 8 to 12 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Heat index values as high as 82. Southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 65°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
73 /100
great
67 Swim
76 Sunbathe
83 Walk
84 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
8 to 12 mph
SSW
Rain
12%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
65°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Clean
1 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:13 AM
Sunset
9:35 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny
2%
74
89°
Sunny
1%
75
85°
Sunny
1%
81
79°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
77
77°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
33
79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
37
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 65°F
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
10:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Minor
3:20 AM - 4:20 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Park lots throughout; Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission required.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on Nicolet Bay sand beach. Permitted leashed on the White Cedar Nature Trail, Pine Picnic Area, and the rocky shores.
Entry Fee
WI vehicle admission: $13 resident / $16 non-resident daily; $28 resident / $50 non-resident 12-month (2026).
Address
9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) today?
Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay 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 Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on Nicolet Bay sand beach. Permitted leashed on the White Cedar Nature Trail, Pine Picnic Area, and the rocky shores.
Is there an entry fee at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)?
WI vehicle admission: $13 resident / $16 non-resident daily; $28 resident / $50 non-resident 12-month (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach)?
Amenities at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) include restrooms, showers (bathhouse), concession, kayak/SUP rentals, picnic tables, playground, campgrounds (468 sites), lighthouse.
When is the water warmest at Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay 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 Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) located?
Peninsula State Park (Nicolet Bay Beach) is in Door County, WI, at 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek, WI 54212.
Nearby Beaches
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