These Michigan Beaches Are Closed or Under Advisory This Weekend

Summer in Michigan is pretty hard to beat. Warm weather, lake breezes, and endless beach options, it’s what we wait all year for.

This weekend looks like a solid one for soaking up the sun, with highs in the 70s and 80s. We might see a storm or two pop up here and there, but hey, it’s Michigan. Unexpected weather is in our DNA.

Before you lock in any beach plans, it’s a good idea to check the water conditions. Some spots are either closed or under contamination advisories thanks to high bacteria levels.

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It’s not just one area getting hit either. The advisories and closures are scattered all over the state, and honestly, the list changes almost every week.

Closed Beaches

• Dodge Park #4, Cass Lake (Oakland Co.)

• Independence Oaks County Park, Crooked Lake (Oakland Co.)

• St. Clair Shores Memorial Park Beach, Lake St. Clair (Macomb Co.)

Beaches with Contamination Advisories

• Dumont Lake County Park (Allegan Co.)

• Elm Point Beach, Lake Charlevoix (Charlevoix Co.)

• Lakeview Waterfront Park, Houghton Lake (Roscommon Co.)

• Sunset Park & Volleyball Court Beach, West Grand Traverse Bay (Grand Traverse Co.)

Even if your go-to beach is flagged, don’t sweat it; Michigan has over 1,800 beaches, and most are good to go. Plus, testing happens regularly, so statuses can change quickly.

Before you head out, check the Beach Guard site for real-time updates.