Empire Beach, MI
Sunrise to Sunset
369 miles
27
°F
1
13
mph
88
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 5 PM-6 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (18mph)
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: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 26° | 1 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 27° | 1 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 27° | 1 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 28° | 1 | 11 mph | 0.02 |
| 17:00 | 29° | 0 | 18 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 29° | 0 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 29° | 0 | 12 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | -°F | 3.1 ft | 5s | ↙ SW | - |
| 14:00 | -°F | 2.9 ft | 5s | ↙ SW | - |
| 15:00 | -°F | 2.8 ft | 5s | ↙ SW | - |
| 16:00 | -°F | 2.6 ft | 5s | ↙ SW | - |
| 17:00 | -°F | 2.5 ft | 5s | ↙ SW | - |
| 18:00 | -°F | 2.4 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |
| 19:00 | -°F | 2.4 ft | 4s | ↙ SW | - |