Suggestions for Beach near Gold Coast, Chicago

Amy C. • August 10, 2022Clear water and clean beach! Lovely views of the city and the lake.

Andy A. • June 15, 2014It's an awesome place to walk, play volleyball, enjoy the view, etc. go to this place, it's the best!!!

Jonathan F. • May 28, 2015This is an awesome beach so close to Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. It is normally not as crowded as Oak Street Beach or North Avenue Beach. Great for distance swimming as well.

Kelli S. • November 17, 2013This is a great beach to go to to kick back and relax on a beautiful day. Beware of bikers! Very popular area and great place to meet new people.

Travis M. • July 17, 2013Great spot to take a dip. Not as insane as north ave beach.

Aaron T. • June 30, 2018Water is deep. Jump right in and swim!

Sam Z. • August 27, 2014Love the spicy whisky. Love how close it is to the beach and nice nightlife spots

Apryl • September 12, 2011Water bit rougher than Montrose departure spot but much better scenery!

Lauren L. • August 24, 2014Relaxed yoga w/ beach ambiance. Intermediate class is pretty chill and great for a solid morning stretch session.

Demeko T. • June 28, 2010Great beach if you want to rest and catch some rays...family friendly-average age 28-40

Jeff R. • July 18, 2015Great beach, very big. Love yoga on the beach

Aaron C. • April 15, 2012Best up-top skyscraper views I've seen. Take the 40-second elevator ride (fast) up to get shots of Lake Michigan, the parks, beaches, lakeshore, skyline & more. Grab a coffee or cocktail up-top!

jamie y. • June 29, 2011One of the best beaches in town!

Raed M. • June 19, 2012Great family beach, a lot of parking, and great open spaces for picnics.

Danielle B. • August 12, 2013Great place to come for a little jog on the trail then relax on the beach.

Linda F. • July 14, 2014This dog beach is great for high-energy dogs! Completely fenced in and not too big that you'll lose sight of your BFF - just watch for dead fish here and there.

Cecelia O. • August 19, 2013I use to come to this Beach Years ago-They've upgraded it & added a Patio bar & serves Mexican food! Plus Gree Wifi @All beaches which is a welcomed plus!:)

Betsy H. • August 4, 2013Best beach in town. Clean, quiet and fun for dogs before the lifeguards arrive!

Andrew W. • August 14, 2014Cute beach. All these beaches blend together into one great stretch of beach

Dan M. • July 25, 2015Parking is no longer free. $1.75/hr 9a-9p and $.75/hr 9p-9a. Great beach!

Vanessa A. • July 16, 2013Beautiful spot on the way to North Avenue Beach

Michael M. • August 24, 2013Some of the best open water swimming at Ohio Street beach across LSD!!

Gardenia C. H. • June 4, 2017Accessible lakefront beach and park playground across from Emanuel Congregation. Clean sand and Lake Michigan water.

Christine M. • July 19, 2009their drink called Miami Vice is the BEST! One half daiquiri one half colada = yummy summer fun on the beach