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Swimming Prohibited
Swimming is only permitted when lifeguards are on duty from 11 am – 7pm.
Weather
Swimming is only permitted when lifeguards are on duty from 11 am – 7pm.
Updated : 06/18/2025 7:00 PM
Surf
Swimming is only permitted when lifeguards are on duty from 11 am – 7pm.
Updated : 06/18/2025 7:00 PM
Water Quality
No swim restrictions due to water quality.
CCE: 575
Updated : 06/18/2025 11:45 AM
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.
Local weather information
Updated: 06/18/2025 7:00 PM
Data obtained from: Ohio Street Beach
- Temperature 69° F/ 20.3°C
- Humidity 92%
- Wind: 2.3 MPH from N
Local surf information
Updated: 06/18/2025 7:46 PM
Data obtained from: Ohio Street Beach
The source for our surf data is currently unavailable. We are working to correct this. Please check back for updates. Thank you.
North Shore Beach
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.
For questions regarding Chicago beaches, email beaches3@chicagoparkdistrict.com.
Additional Information
| 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 |
North Shore Beach
North Shore Beach