81°
Sunny
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Huron County, MI · Great Lakes
Port Crescent State Park
1775 Port Austin Rd, Port Austin, MI 48467
Three miles of Saginaw Bay/Lake Huron sand at the tip of Michigan's Thumb, just west of Port Austin. Designated a Dark Sky Preserve — exceptional stargazing from the beach pavilion.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
81°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 1 to 6 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 66. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
85 /100
ideal
84 Sunbathe
88 Walk
84 Fish
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Sunny
Wind
1 to 6 mph
NNE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
14 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:00 AM
Sunset
9:14 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Sunny
7%
78
93°
Sunny
0%
70
82°
Sunny
2%
85
78°
Mostly Sunny
3%
85
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
51
79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
43
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very 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
3:10 AM - 4:10 AM
Major
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot (via old steel bridge on M-25); MI Recreation Passport required.
Dogs
Pets permitted leashed (6 ft) along the entire 3 miles of Lake Huron shoreline EXCEPT the designated campground swim beach.
Entry Fee
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Address
1775 Port Austin Rd, Port Austin, MI 48467
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Port Crescent State Park today?
Port Crescent 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 Port Crescent State Park dog-friendly?
Pets permitted leashed (6 ft) along the entire 3 miles of Lake Huron shoreline EXCEPT the designated campground swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Port Crescent State Park?
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Are there lifeguards at Port Crescent State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Port Crescent State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Port Crescent State Park?
Amenities at Port Crescent State Park include restrooms, showers, campground, beach pavilion, hiking trails, picnic area, dark sky preserve.
When is the water warmest at Port Crescent 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 Port Crescent State Park located?
Port Crescent State Park is in Huron County, MI, at 1775 Port Austin Rd, Port Austin, MI 48467.
Nearby Beaches
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