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North Shore Beach

7/22/19 LAKEFRONT TRAIL ALERT:

High waves this morning are bringing debris onto portions of the lakefront trail. Click here to see the areas affected by this.

7/21/19-7/22/19 BEACH HAZARD STATEMENT:

The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazard statement in effect through late Monday night (7/22/19). Life-threatening waves and currents are expected at the beaches. Caution should be exercised if visiting a beach. Check the flag color at each beach before swimming. Learn more.

Location:

1040 W North Shore Av
Chicago, IL 60626

Within: North Shore Beach Park

Phone Numbers:
312-74-BEACH

Features: Beaches

Swim ban due to hazardous surf.

Swim Conditions Note -

Swim conditions are updated daily around 11 a.m. based on weather and surf, and around 1 p.m. based on water quality testing.

Swim Conditions

Weather

70° F/ 21° C

56% Humidity

Wind: 4.1 MPH from NE

No swim restrictions due to weather.

Updated : 07/22/2019 9:00 PM

Water Quality

447.8 CCE

What do these numbers mean?

The Chicago Park District tests the water for Enterococci bacteria seven days a week during beach season using a rapid analysis method. Enterococci is an indicator of the presence of pathogens that could make you sick. The US EPA recommends notifying the public when Enterococci bacteria levels are above 1000 CCE.

No swim restrictions due to water quality.

Updated : 07/22/2019 2:30 PM

Surf Conditions

Water Temperature: 69° F / 20.7° C

Wave Height: 1 ft 1 in / 0.33 m

Wave Period: 6 sec

Swim ban due to hazardous surf.

Updated: 07/22/2019 9:00 PM

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Rules

Swim only when lifeguards are on duty.
Follow lifeguards’ instructions.
Only Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) are permitted. Person-children wearing PFDs should have adult present.
No smoking.
No alcohol.
No dogs on the beach.
Do not feed birds or wildlife.
Dispose of trash and recycling in appropriate containers.
Grill in designated areas only and dispose of coals in red barrels.
Keep accessible beach walks clear. No bicycling, skateboarding or rollerblading is permitted in these areas.
There is no paddle or board sport access to the Lake Michigan Water Trail at North Shore Beach.
Kiteboarding is not permitted at Calumet Beach; kiteboarding is ONLY permitted at Montrose Beach.

Hours

Facility Hours

Sunday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm
Monday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm
Tuesday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm
Wednesday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm
Thursday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm
Friday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm
Saturday:	11:00 am-7:00 pm

Hours Notes

The beach is open from 6 am to 11 pm, but swimming is only permitted when lifeguards are on duty, from 11 am to 7 pm daily.

Description

Whether you are looking to relax on the sandy beach soaking in some rays or getting active our beaches are a great summer destination right in the middle of a bustling Chicago.

Parking Directions

Parking
Limited street parking

Public Transit
The following public bus & train routes serve this beach:

CTA Bus Routes:
96 Lunt
147 Outer Drive Express
155 Devon

CTA Red Line Station:
Loyola

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