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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