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Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area

Nature preserve · Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin

Cool water — ease in carefully

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Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy MNMM4, as of Aug 22, 7:48 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
68°F
20°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Wisconsin yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy MNMM4 (26 mi away), as of Aug 22, 7:48 AM UTC.

Weather at Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area

H: 75° L: 62°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
64°
|
Feels like 59°
Precipitation
80%
Humidity
86%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Light rain
67°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
64°
6 AM
Light rain
62°
9 AM
Light rain
67°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°
3 PM
Light rain
75°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
70°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
66°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area?
Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area is a nature preserve in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin.
What is the water temperature at Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin is 68°F (20°C), measured by NOAA buoy MNMM4, 26 miles away.
Can you swim at Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area rated?
Bailey's Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 52 reviews.

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Baileys Harbor, WI 54202

Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin 54202

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