Beaches

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La Crosse Beaches 

Black River Beach; 1433 Rose Street, La Crosse (map)
Pettibone Beach; 374 South Pettibone Drive, La Crosse (map)

Beach Rules

There are no lifeguards on duty at either beach listed above. Beach rules include, but are not limited to the following:

  • NO ALCOHOL: La Crosse Municipal Code sec 34-66 
  • NO DOGS ALLOWED ON BEACH: La Crosse Municipal Code sec 34-66 
  • NO FIRES: La Crosse Municipal Code sec 34-58
  • NO LITTERING: La Crosse Municipal Code sec 34-61
  • NO SMOKING: La Crosse Municipal Code sec 34-73

It takes only moments for an emergency to happen.  Dangers to be aware of:

  • River currents
  • River debris
  • Unclear water
  • Underwater hazards, such as vegetation, rocks and animals
  • Watercrafts/ river barges
  • Water temperature
  • Varying water depths/drop-offs
  • Be aware of changing weather patterns 

Use layers of protection to keep yourself, friends, family and guest safe when visiting the beach:

  • Provide close and constant attention to children you are supervising in and around water
  • Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket
  • Know your limitations, including physical fitness and medical conditions
  • Never swim alone
  • Understand the dangers of the river