Ready to hit the sand? There’s no shortage of beautiful beaches on the North Shore. Check out where to catch the rays & waves this year from North to South.
Evanston
Evanston hosts multiple beach areas winding along Sheridan Road, each with its personality! Tip- this is the longest stretch of sidewalk for pedestrians who crave lake views!
Lighthouse Beach
Clark St. Beach
Greenwood St. Beach
Lee St. Beach
South Blvd. Beach
Evanston Beach
Northwestern University Beach
Wilmette
Gillson Park and Beach boasts a kids’ play set, dunes, sailing, and a dog beach!
Kenilworth
While small, Kenilworth Beach offers quite a bit with multi-level dining areas, a sailing club, and a shallow beach great for littles.
Winnetka
Home to a dog beach, a boating beach, and multiple available for swimming, Winnetka beaches offer something for everyone.
Lloyd Beach
Tower Road Beach, Tower will be open and fully operational this summer.
Maple Street Beach
Centennial Beach, A valid pass is required to enter the beach.
Elder Lane Beach
Glencoe
Glencoe Beach is perfect for families with a playground overlooking the water and a large sandy beach!
Highland Park
Nearly ten percent of the Illinois Lake Michigan shoreline is within Highland Park!
Millard Beach, A non-swimming beach for passive recreation.
Moraine Beach, Dog Beach, and a non-swimming beach for passive recreation.
Park Avenue Boating Facility, North Shore Yacht Club, concrete and sand launching ramps, and a non-swimming beach.
Rosewood Beach, Swimming beach, beachfront Interpretive Center, nature programming, beach yoga & volleyball.
Lake Forest
Forest Park Beach has a crescent shape to keep waves at a minimum & fantastic for little ones!
Lake Bluff
Sunrise Beach is perfect with two beach areas, play equipment, and chairs.