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

Skip the beach today.

45°F water · 47°F air · NWS alert active

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 47. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy. Low around 43, with temperatures rising to around 46 overnight. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Weather

  • 47°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

  • 45°F water — dangerously cold — do not swim

Safety

  • NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 10:56am est until november 8 at 4:00am est by nws marquette mi
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0 Swim
39 Sunbathe
64 Walk
67 Photo

Best for photography today

Gale/Storm Gale Warning

Gale Warning issued November 7 at 10:56AM EST until November 8 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI

NWS · In effect through Nov 8, 10:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft expected. * WHERE...Huron Islands to Marquette MI. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 AM to 4 AM EST Sunday. For the Gale Warning, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 10:56AM EST until November 8 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI

NWS · In effect through Nov 8, 4:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft expected. * WHERE...Huron Islands to Marquette MI. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 1 AM to 4 AM EST Sunday. For the Gale Warning, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Air Temp
47°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
18 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Western Upper Peninsula
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
48°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Water Temp
45°F
Too cold to swim
Sunrise
7:39 AM
Sunset
5:26 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Today Nov 7
47°

Sunny

0%
25
Sun Nov 8
48°

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

25%
10
Mon Nov 9
50°

Mostly Cloudy

1%
23
Tue Nov 10
51°

Mostly Sunny

3%
28
Wed Nov 11
45°

Chance Rain Showers then Chance Rain And Snow Showers

44%
9
Thu Nov 12
41°

Chance Rain And Snow Showers

43%
7
Fri Nov 13
42°

Slight Chance Snow Showers

17%
14
  • critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 45°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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