McKinley Beach
4.5★ · 902 Google ratings, Wisconsin
✓ Parking✓ Short walk✓ Restrooms✓ Picnic tables
At a glance
Parking
On-site lot · 200 yd away · about 2 spaces
Walk
200 yd · 2 min
Restrooms
Yes · 300 yd away
Sand
320 ft from the water to the back
Water quality
Mixed · 10% of 41 over the limit · 2025
Map of McKinley Beach
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1Parking200 yd from the listing2Drinking water340 ft from the listing
Guide
Good to know
Best for walking and observation
The pier, boardwalk, and waterfront paths offer excellent views of boats, city architecture, and sunsets without swimming.
Arrive before 9am for solitude
Foot traffic increases significantly after 9am, especially on weekends and during summer events.
Expect rough water conditions
Waves can be very rough, especially on windy days, and there is no lifeguard on duty.
Wear water shoes on rocky areas
The southern beach near the pier is sandy but has a rocky bottom close to shore and rocky outcroppings throughout.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
69°F · overcast
Waves
0.5 ft · 4 s apart
Wind
5 mph from the SE
UV index
6 peak today
Last updated Aug 25, 5:02 PM.
Practical
Plan your visit
📍 Wisconsin 53202
🅿 Parking 200 yd from the listing
🌊 The listing sits on the shoreline
🚽 Restrooms 300 yd away
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Questions
Common questions
Where do you park at McKinley Beach?
The nearest mapped parking area is 200 yd from the listed location. Positions come from OpenStreetMap, not from review text.
How far is the walk to the water at McKinley Beach?
The listed location sits on the shoreline itself, so there is no walk to speak of once you are out of the car.
Does McKinley Beach have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 300 yd from the listing.
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