50°
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Emmet County, MI · Great Lakes
Wilderness State Park
903 Wilderness Park Dr, Carp Lake, MI 49718
26 miles of undeveloped Lake Michigan shoreline at the very tip of the Lower Peninsula, 11 miles west of Mackinaw City. Designated a Dark Sky Preserve. Two campgrounds, rustic cabins, and 20+ miles of trails.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
50°F air · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 50, with temperatures falling to around 45 in the afternoon. West wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Low around 41, with temperatures rising to around 46 overnight. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 50°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 11:19am est until november 9 at 5:00am est by nws gaylord mi
52 /100
ok
41 Sunbathe
66 Walk
68 Photo
Best for photography today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 11:19AM EST until November 9 at 5:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Highest gusts up to 35 kts from the west and highest waves around 6 feet expected. * WHERE...Portions of Lake Michigan. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 5 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
50°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
31 Good
Ozone · Northcentral-Northeast Lower
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
53°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:27 AM
Sunset
5:18 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
53°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
32%
20
53°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
44
53°
Mostly Sunny
1%
51
48°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
45
45°
Partly Sunny
14%
47
45°
Partly Sunny
3%
50
What to Bring Today
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 50°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lots; MI Recreation Passport required.
Dogs
Designated pet beach within the park; dogs must be on 6-ft leash. Not permitted on the main buoyed swim beach.
Entry Fee
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Address
903 Wilderness Park Dr, Carp Lake, MI 49718
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wilderness State Park today?
Wilderness 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 Wilderness State Park dog-friendly?
Designated pet beach within the park; dogs must be on 6-ft leash. Not permitted on the main buoyed swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Wilderness State Park?
MI Recreation Passport: $17 resident / $34 non-resident annual.
Are there lifeguards at Wilderness State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Wilderness State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Wilderness State Park?
Amenities at Wilderness State Park include restrooms, showers, campgrounds, rustic cabins, boat launch, hiking trails, dark sky preserve.
When is the water warmest at Wilderness 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 Wilderness State Park located?
Wilderness State Park is in Emmet County, MI, at 903 Wilderness Park Dr, Carp Lake, MI 49718.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS