Beaches in Illinois

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many beaches are in Illinois?

Illinois has 87 documented beaches. 87 are sandy beaches.

Which beaches in Illinois are kid-friendly?

Illinois has 57 kid-friendly beaches with gentle waves, lifeguards, and family amenities.

Are there dog-friendly beaches in Illinois?

Some beaches in Illinois allow dogs, but rules vary. Always check local regulations before bringing pets. Many beaches have seasonal or time-of-day restrictions.

What's the best time to visit beaches in Illinois?

Summer months (June-August) are peak season with warmest water. Shoulder seasons (May, September) offer fewer crowds. Check local weather and water conditions before visiting.

Do beaches in Illinois have lifeguards?

Lifeguard coverage varies by beach and season. Many popular beaches have lifeguards during summer months. Check individual beach pages for specific amenity information.

Beaches in Illinois

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31st Street Beach

57th Street Beach

63rd Street Beach

Apple River Canyon State Park

Big Muddy River Beach

Cache River Wetlands Beach

Calumet Beach

Carlyle Lake

Carlyle Lake (Boulder)

Carlyle Lake (Dam West)

Chicago's Beaches

Clinton Lake Beach

Clinton Lake State Recreation Area

Crab Orchard Lake

Crystal Lake Main Beach

Crystal Lake Recreational Swimming

Dawson Lake Beach

Devil's Kitchen Lake

East Fork Lake

Embarras River Beach

Evergreen Lake Beach

Forbes Lake

Forbes Lake (Big Beach)

Foster Beach

Fox River Beach

Goose Lake

Herrmann Lake

Horseshoe Lake (Alexander)

Illinois Beach State Park

Illinois Beach State Park

Kankakee River State Park

Kathy Osterman Beach

Kinkaid Lake

Kinkaid Lake Spillway

Lake Bloomington

Lake Carlton Beach

Lake Decatur Beach

Lake Jacksonville

Lake Le-Aqua-Na

Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area

Lake Murphysboro

Lake of Egypt

Lake of the Woods Beach

Lake Paradise Beach

Lake Sara

Lake Shelbyville

Lake Shelbyville (Lone Point)

Lake Shelbyville (Sullivan)

Lake Springfield Beach

Lake Storey Beach

Lake Taylorville Beach

Lake Vermilion Beach

Lakefront Park

Lane Beach

Little Grassy Lake

Mackinaw River Beach

Milnot Beach at Lake Lou Yaeger

Montrose Beach

Montrose Beach

Montrose Dog Beach

North Avenue Beach

North Avenue Beach

North Avenue Beach

North Avenue Beach (Chicago)

North Avenue Beach Pier

North Marcum Beach

Oak Street Beach

Oak Street Beach

Oak Street Beach Restaurant

Ohio Street Beach

Ohio Street Beach

Rainbow Beach Park

Ramsey Lake State Park

Rend Lake

Rend Lake Beach

Rock River Beach

Rosewood Beach