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Lakefront & Beaches
Evanston’s Lake Michigan shoreline offers miles of scenic paths, sandy beaches, and stunning views just minutes from downtown and Chicago. Whether you’re swimming, strolling, picnicking, or simply watching the sunrise, the Evanston lakefront is a place to relax, play, and connect with nature. Evanston is home to six beaches, including Clark Street Beach, Greenwood Street Beach, Lee Street Beach, Lighthouse Beach, South Boulevard Beach, and Lincoln Street Beach (operated by Northwestern University.
Read below for beach hours, locations, and admission information. See you at the beach!
Access to Evanston Swimming Beaches
Learn more about beach passes, fees, and admission.
Beach Status
During certain conditions, swimming is prohibited at one or more of Evanston’s beaches, but admittance to the beach (sandy area) is still allowed. At other times, both the water and the beach areas are closed for your safety.
For more information visit the beach status page.
Beach Locations and Hours
SWIM BEACHES ARE CLOSED FOR THE 2025 SUMMER SEASON. NO SWIMMING!
Lighthouse Beach*HoursMay 23 - June 5: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. August 1 - August 28: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug 29 - September 7: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. *Accessible swimming beach for people with disabilities. |
Lincoln Street BeachManaged by Northwestern University. Free access with season beach pass |
Clark Street Beach*HoursMay 23 - June 5: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Closed July 4 for firework set-up) August 1 - August 28: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug 29 - September 7: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. *Accessible swimming beach for people with disabilities. |
Greenwood Street Beach*HoursMay 23 - June 5: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Closed July 4 for firework set-up) August 1 - August 28: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug 29 - September 7: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. *Accessible swimming beach for people with disabilities. |
Lee Street Beach*HoursMay 23 - June 5: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. August 1 - August 28: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug 29 - September 7: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. *Accessible swimming beach for people with disabilities. |
South Boulevard Beach*
HoursMay 23 - June 5: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. August 1 - August 28: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug 29 - September 7: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. *Accessible swimming beach for people with disabilities. |
Beach Office Locations
Dempster St. Beach Office1251 Lake Shore Blvd. HoursMay 9 - May 22: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 23 - June 5: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. August 1 - August 28: 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. August 29 - September 7: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Phone: 847-866-4167 |
Clark Street Beach Office1811 Sheridan Rd. HoursMay 23 - June 5: 11 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. June 6 - July 31: 10 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. August 1 - August 28: 10 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. August 29 - September 7: 10 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Phone: 847-866-4167 |
