Best Beaches in Wisconsin 2026

Your complete guide to the top 77 beaches in Wisconsin

Wisconsin offers 77 incredible beaches, from Atlantic and Pacific coastlines to secluded coves. Whether you're looking for family fun, world-class surfing, or peaceful relaxation, we've researched every beach to help you find your perfect destination.

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  1. Apostle Islands
  2. Point Beach State Forest
  3. Whitefish Dunes
  4. Bernhard Point (Madeline Island)
  5. Big Bay Town Park
  6. Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
  7. Black River State Forest
  8. Boulder Lake
  9. Bradford Beach
  10. Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)

4. Bernhard Point (Madeline Island)

Bernhard Point (Madeline Island)

Discover Bernhard Point (Madeline Island), a popular spot in Wisconsin's Midwest. Perfect for a day of lake fun.

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6. Big Eau Pleine Reservoir

Big Eau Pleine Reservoir

Discover the refreshing reservoir waters of Big Eau Pleine Reservoir in Wisconsin. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, and family fun.

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7. Black River State Forest

Black River State Forest

Discover the refreshing river waters of Black River State Forest in Wisconsin. Perfect for swimming and outdoor recreation.

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8. Boulder Lake

Boulder Lake

Discover the refreshing lake waters of Boulder Lake in Wisconsin. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, and family fun.

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10. Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)

Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)

Discover Bradford Beach (Milwaukee), a hidden gem in Wisconsin. Perfect for sandy beach enthusiasts looking for a lake escape.

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More Wisconsin Beaches

Bear IslandBernhard Point (Madeline Island)Bernie's Beach ParkBig Bay Town ParkBig Eau Pleine ReservoirBlack River State ForestBoulder LakeBradford BeachBradford Beach (Milwaukee)Brittingham BeachBrule River State ForestCarol BeachCarol Beach / Prairie Shores BeachCastle Rock LakeChippewa FlowageChippewa River BeachCrescent Beach BoardwalkDevil's Lake South ShoreDevil's Lake State Park (2nd Beach)Devil's Lake State Park (South Beach)Eau Claire River BeachElroy-Sparta State Trail BeachEsther Beach ParkFireman's Park BeachFlambeau River State ForestFox River Beach (WI)Frost Woods BeachGrant Park BeachHaines BeachHarrington Beach State ParkLake DeltonLake Geneva (Riviera Beach)Lake MinocquaLake NamekagonLake Wissota State ParkMcKinley BeachMenominee River BeachMeyers BeachMirror Lake State ParkNamekagon River BeachNeshotah ParkNicolet BeachNorth Beach (Racine)North Beach RacineOconto River BeachPebble BeachPeshtigo River BeachPetenwell LakePoint Beach State ForestRacine North BeachRed Cedar River BeachRiviera BeachSand Bay Town Park & BeachSchluter BeachSimmons Island BeachSister Bay BeachSouth Shore BeachSpring Harbor BeachSpring Harbor Beach ParkSt. Croix River BeachStockton IslandTenney Park BeachVilas Park BeachWarner Park BeachWhitefish DunesWolf River BeachWyalusing State Park Beach

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