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Photo of Traverse City Public Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Traverse City Public Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Traverse City Public Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Traverse City Public Beach

Traverse City, United States

#86 out of 151 in Michigan

7.3

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Traverse City • 3.2 km

Map of beach

Farm Mari Vineyards

4.5km

Farm Cherry U-Pick at Third Coast Fruit Co.

5.7km

Farm Hawthorne Vineyards

6.6km

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About

Traverse City Public Beach is located on the Michigan lake and it is in the 86th place out of 151 beaches in the Michigan region 239.9 km away from its center, the city of Lansing. It is one of the beaches of Traverse City settlement, just 3.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Traverse City Public Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Clinch Park Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Traverse City Public Beach is located in Michigan within Traverse City, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

6.9 M/S

Wind

+12 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Traverse City • 3.2 km

Map of beach

Farm Mari Vineyards

4.5km

Farm Cherry U-Pick at Third Coast Fruit Co.

5.7km

Farm Hawthorne Vineyards

6.6km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

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Bryant Park Beach Bryant Park Beach

7.7 Very good

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Traverse City State Park Beach Traverse City State Park Beach

7.5 Very good

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Sunset Park Beach Sunset Park Beach

7.2 Good

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Clinch Park Beach Clinch Park Beach

7.8 Very good

4.2km

Traverse City Beach Traverse City Beach

7.6 Very good

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West End Beach West End Beach

7.1 Good

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Maple Bay Beach Maple Bay Beach

6.9 Good

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Boughey Park Beach Boughey Park Beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Traverse City • 3.2km

Main locality of province

Lansing • 239.9km

Transport

Airport

TVC • 2.4km

Bus Station

8th and Barlow • 2.4km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Traverse City Public Beach?

The coastline of Traverse City Public Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Traverse City Public Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Traverse City Public Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Traverse City Public Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Traverse City Public Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Traverse City Public Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Traverse City Public Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Traverse City Public Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Traverse City Public Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Traverse City Public Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Traverse City Public Beach.

How far is the Traverse City Public Beach from parking?

The Traverse City Public Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Traverse City Public Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Traverse City Public Beach is August. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature -1°C and water 1°C. See more details in weather section.