Empire Beach, MI
Sunrise to Sunset
593 miles
66
°F
0
10
mph
85
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 3 AM-6 AM — secure umbrellas & shade (17mph)
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.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 5/19/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 66° | 0 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 65° | 0 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 64° | 0 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 64° | 0 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 63° | 0 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 62° | 0 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 61° | 0 | 17 mph | 0.04 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 5/19/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | -°F | 2.4 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 01:00 | -°F | 2.5 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 02:00 | -°F | 2.6 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 03:00 | -°F | 3 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 04:00 | -°F | 3.3 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 05:00 | -°F | 3.6 ft | 4s | ← W | - |
| 06:00 | -°F | 3.8 ft | 4s | ← W | - |