Empire Beach, MI
Sunrise to Sunset
369 miles
65
°F
0
4
mph
90
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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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.
🅿️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: 7/16/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:00 | 65° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 65° | 0 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 64° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 66° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 69° | 2 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 72° | 3 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 76° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/16/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:00 | -°F | 0.7 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |
| 06:00 | -°F | 0.7 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |
| 07:00 | -°F | 0.6 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |
| 08:00 | -°F | 0.5 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |
| 09:00 | -°F | 0.5 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |
| 10:00 | -°F | 0.5 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |
| 11:00 | -°F | 0.4 ft | 3s | ↑ N | - |