Evanston's lakefront and beaches are a popular attraction.

Four of Evanston's public swimming beaches open for the season on Wednesday, July 1.
A daily pass or season token must be presented for beach admission.

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Beach Locations from North to South:

1. Lighthouse Beach
   Central St. at Sheridan Rd. (2611 Sheridan Rd.)

2. Lincoln Street Beach
   Lincoln St. at the lakefront

3. Clark Street Beach
   Clark St. at Sheridan Rd. (1811 Sheridan Rd.)

4. Dog Beach (Currently closed)
   Church St at the lakefront(1631 Sheridan Rd.)

5. Greenwood Street Beach (Currently closed)
   Greenwood St. at the lakefront (1401 Sheridan Rd.)

6. Lee Street Beach
   Lee St. and Lake Shore Blvd. (1111 Lake Shore Blvd.)

7. South Boulevard Beach
   South Blvd. at the lakefront (525 Sheridan Square)

Note: Lincoln Street Beach is managed by Northwestern University.

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2020 Swimming Beach Hours

Wednesday, July 1 - Monday, September 7*

Weekdays: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Weekends: 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Evanston's three accessible swimming beaches for people with disabilities:
Lighthouse, Lee Street and South Boulevard.

*Lincoln St. Beach operating and swimming hours may vary.

Beach tokens

A beach token or daily pass is needed for admission. Admission for children under age one is always free. The sale of daily beach admission passes has been discontinued for the remainder of the 2020 season. Daily beach passes that were purchased previously will be honored. Free beach days for Evanston residents will be held at Clark Street Beach on Mondays from July 6 through August 31, 2020. Click here for information about teen outreach beach passes and the free beach token program.

Evanston Beach Il

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. During the season, check the beach status page for updates.

Dempster St. Beach Office

847-866-4167

Location: Dempster St. and the lake (1251 Lake Shore Blvd.)

2020 Hours: Monday, June 1 - Monday, September 7

Weekdays: 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Evanston Beach Dating Site

Weekends: 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Clark Street Beach Office

Location: Clark Street at the lake (1811 Sheridan Rd.)

2020 Hours: Wednesday, July 1 - Monday, September 7

Weekdays: 10:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Weekends: 9 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.

**On September 24, 2007, the City Council amended Ordinance 87-O-07 Section 7-11-4 of the City Code to clarify the Swimming Hours and Beach Hours of City Beaches. Please note the following revised paragraph:

Evanston Beach Hours

(B) Beach Hours: No person shall use, occupy, play in, lounge about or loiter in any beach or building or structure therein at times other than the hours of 6am—9pm. daily, except to fish from the north and south walkways at the Church Street boat ramp from 5am—11pm during the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October

Evanston Beach Dating Websites

The following is a complete list of beach rules, including addtitional COVID-19 rules:

Evanston Beach Pass

• COVID-19 Specific Rules
  • Those who are sick or who live with a vulnerable family member should stay home.
  • Beaches will have a limited capacity in accordance with Illinois Department of Public Health guidelines to accommodate social distancing. Capacity limits vary by beach; staff will monitor and limit admission to comply with these limits.
  • Patrons must maintain a six-foot distance from those outside of their household while at the beach.
  • Face coverings must be worn when entering the beach, interacting with staff, and while on the beach when maintaining a six-foot distance from others is not possible. Children age two or under and those who cannot wear a face covering due to medical issues are exemplt.
• Swimming is permitted only in those areas of the beach that are guarded and posted for swimming.
• Swimmers may not swim beyond the marked buoys, which separate swimmers from boat traffic.
• Swimming may be restricted or prohibited due to safety conditions. Examples include lightning, seiche warnings, rough water, etc.
• Season Token or Daily Ticket is required for admission for all patrons, age one and over.
• Pets, with the exception of service animals, are not permitted on the beach at any time.
• The launching and retrieving of boats are prohibited.
• Smoking is not allowed on City of Evanston beaches.
• Fires are not allowed on the beach, including barbeques.
• No alcoholic beverages allowed on beaches or in the parks.
• Glass containers are not allowed on the beach.
• Patrons are not allowed on the breakwall.
• Children must be properly supervised by an adult.
• Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult (15 years or older).
• Persons 11—14 years old may supervise children ten and under when they have written parental permission.
• Use of inflatable objects or floatation devices, except Coast Guard-approved lifejackets is not allowed.
• Loud music that may disturb beach patrons is prohibited.
• Ball playing, Frisbee, kite flying, etc. is permitted only in areas designated by beach staff.
• Beach patrons are not allowed on lifeguard chairs, boats, or buoys. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in loss of beach use privileges without refund, and/or legal prosecution.
• Scuba Diving and the use of masks and snorkels is only permitted on Greenwood Beach by certified divers with required equipment. Required equipment includes at least one other certified diver with them, a buoyancy vest, scuba certification card, diver down flag, and submersible pressure gauge to enter.
• Food and drink will be permitted on the beach only in those areas so designated.
• Digging of large holes is prohibited. All holes must be filled in when leaving.
• Specifically identified areas may be reserved for Recreation Division Programs.
• All commercial photography is prohibited without permission from the Parks & Recreation Department.