Empire Beach, MI
Sunrise to Sunset
369 miles
72
°F
4
8
mph
35
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Good Conditions
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About This Beach
Empire Beach offers a classic Great Lakes experience with soft sand, stunning views of Sleeping Bear Dunes and crystal-clear blue water. While it's popular and can get crowded, especially in the afternoons, it boasts family-friendly amenities like playgrounds, picnic areas, and restrooms (although the cleanliness is inconsistent). The beach itself is partially rocky, so water shoes are recommended.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
Average Rating
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 70° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 4 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 71° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 71° | 4 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 70° | 3 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 68° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 67° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | -°F | 1 ft | 3s | ↙ SW | - |
| 13:00 | -°F | 1 ft | 3s | ↙ SW | - |
| 14:00 | -°F | 0.9 ft | 3s | ↓ S | - |
| 15:00 | -°F | 0.9 ft | 3s | ↙ SW | - |
| 16:00 | -°F | 1 ft | 3s | ↙ SW | - |
| 17:00 | -°F | 1 ft | 3s | ↙ SW | - |
| 18:00 | -°F | 1 ft | 3s | ↙ SW | - |