Presque Isle Park (Marquette)

Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855

A 323-acre city park on an oval peninsula jutting into Lake Superior at the north end of Marquette — pebble beaches (Black Rocks for the locally famous cliff-jumping), basalt cliffs, bogs, and old-growth forest.

Charters & Tours 2

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 25 mph wind · 59°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. West wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Northwest wind 10 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.

Weather

  • 76°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 25 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

  • 59°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry

Safety

  • NWS alert active — gale warning issued september 9 at 10:10am edt until september 10 at 12:00am edt by nws marquette mi
41 /100
ok
17 Swim
58 Sunbathe
76 Walk
71 Photo

Best for walking today

Gale/Storm Gale Warning

Gale Warning issued September 9 at 10:10AM EDT until September 10 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 12:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 6 to 11 ft occurring. * WHERE...Portions of Central and Eastern Lake Superior. * WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Air Temp
76°F
Sunny
Wind
20 to 25 mph
W
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 01 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
65°F
Sunny
Water Temp
59°F
Cold
Sunrise
7:19 AM
Sunset
8:14 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Today Sep 9
76°

Sunny

1%
41
Thu Sep 10
65°

Sunny

0%
61
Fri Sep 11
80°

Sunny

0%
63
Sat Sep 12
72°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

38%
13
Sun Sep 13
63°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

21%
48
Mon Sep 14
68°

Showers And Thunderstorms

81%
1
Tue Sep 15
65°

Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

40%
26
  • critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 59°F — dangerously cold

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Free park lots; no admission charge.

Dogs

Dogs only permitted inside enclosed vehicles within the park — a city ordinance to protect wildlife. Not allowed on beaches, the Fit Strip, Park Cemetery, or at special events.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855

restroomsconcession (Island Store)picnic areasplaygroundbandshellhiking trailsgazebo
Is it safe to swim at Presque Isle Park (Marquette) today?

Presque Isle Park (Marquette) 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 Presque Isle Park (Marquette) dog-friendly?

Dogs only permitted inside enclosed vehicles within the park — a city ordinance to protect wildlife. Not allowed on beaches, the Fit Strip, Park Cemetery, or at special events.

Is there an entry fee at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?

Entry to Presque Isle Park (Marquette) is free.

Are there lifeguards at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?

No lifeguards are stationed at Presque Isle Park (Marquette). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?

Amenities at Presque Isle Park (Marquette) include restrooms, concession (Island Store), picnic areas, playground, bandshell, hiking trails, gazebo.

When is the water warmest at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?

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 Presque Isle Park (Marquette) located?

Presque Isle Park (Marquette) is in Marquette County, MI, at Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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