78°
Sunny
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Cook County, IL · Great Lakes
57th Street Beach (Hyde Park)
5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
Hyde Park's neighborhood beach in Jackson Park, a short walk from the Museum of Science and Industry and the University of Chicago.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 78. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 69. Northeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
84 /100
great
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
4 CCE/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:26 AM
Sunset
9:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
0%
86
89°
Sunny
0%
82
87°
Sunny
2%
82
88°
Sunny
8%
80
88°
Mostly Sunny
14%
78
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Limited street parking west of Lake Shore Drive.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) today?
57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Is there an entry fee at 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park)?
Entry to 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) is free.
Are there lifeguards at 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park)?
Amenities at 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, concession, picnic areas, accessible beach walk.
When is the water warmest at 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park)?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is 57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) located?
57th Street Beach (Hyde Park) is in Cook County, IL, at 5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637.
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