8/12/26 LAKEFRONT TRAIL UPDATE: The Lakefront Trail is open again from Oak St. to Ohio St. The entire trail is open.
Weather
Weather conditions are currently unavailable due to a technical issue. We are working to correct this. Please check back for updates.
Surf
Surf conditions are currently unavailable due to a technical issue. We are working to correct this. Please check back for updates.
Water Quality
Water Quality conditions are currently unavailable due to a technical issue. We are working to correct this. Please check back for updates.
Local weather information
Updated: 08/12/2026 9:00 PM
Data obtained from: Ohio Street Beach
- Temperature 76° F/ 24.7°C
- Humidity 88%
- Wind: 1.7 MPH from N
Local surf information
Updated: 08/12/2026 9:00 PM
Data obtained from: Ohio Street Beach
- Water Temperature: 74° F / 23.6° C
- Wave Height: 0 ft 4 in / 0.09 m
- Wave Period: 2.1 sec
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