83°
Sunny
6%
84
Emmet County, MI · Great Lakes
Petoskey State Park
2475 M-119, Petoskey, MI 49770
A mile of beach on Little Traverse Bay just outside Petoskey — one of the most reliable places on earth to find Petoskey stones (Michigan's state stone, 350-million-year-old fossilized Hexagonaria coral).
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers between 8pm and 11pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am. Partly cloudy. Low around 67, with temperatures rising to around 69 overnight. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
80 /100
great
81 Sunbathe
86 Walk
76 Fossils
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:02 AM
Sunset
9:27 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
16%
79
86°
Sunny
0%
80
82°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
78°
Mostly Sunny
6%
84
77°
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
45
80°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot; MI Recreation Passport required.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on the buoyed Lake Michigan swim beach (protected piping plover habitat). Permitted leashed on the shoreline south of the swim area, on trails, and in campgrounds.
Entry Fee
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Address
2475 M-119, Petoskey, MI 49770
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Petoskey State Park today?
Petoskey 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 Petoskey State Park dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on the buoyed Lake Michigan swim beach (protected piping plover habitat). Permitted leashed on the shoreline south of the swim area, on trails, and in campgrounds.
Is there an entry fee at Petoskey State Park?
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Are there lifeguards at Petoskey State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Petoskey State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Petoskey State Park?
Amenities at Petoskey State Park include restrooms, showers, concession, kayak/SUP rentals, bike rentals, campgrounds, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Petoskey 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 Petoskey State Park located?
Petoskey State Park is in Emmet County, MI, at 2475 M-119, Petoskey, MI 49770.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS