51°
Mostly Sunny
0%
53
Cook County, IL · Great Lakes
Ohio Street Beach (Chicago)
600 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
A small beach in Streeterville next to Jane Addams Memorial Park — its unusual east-facing orientation behind the breakwater makes it the calmest, shallowest swim in Chicago.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
51°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 51, with temperatures falling to around 49 in the afternoon. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 43. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 51°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
53 /100
ok
42 Sunbathe
66 Walk
68 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
23 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Chicago
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
58°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
4:38 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
58°
Sunny
0%
57
58°
Mostly Sunny
0%
60
60°
Sunny
0%
65
56°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain
19%
51
50°
Chance Rain
54%
11
47°
Chance Rain
38%
16
What to Bring Today
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 51°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid Streeterville garages. Easy walk from Navy Pier and Magnificent Mile.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
600 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) today?
Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) 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 Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Ohio Street Beach (Chicago)?
Entry to Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Ohio Street Beach (Chicago)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Ohio Street Beach (Chicago)?
Amenities at Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, lockers/changing, restaurant (Caffe Oliva), kayak/SUP rentals, umbrella/chair rentals, accessible beach walk.
When is the water warmest at Ohio Street Beach (Chicago)?
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 Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) located?
Ohio Street Beach (Chicago) is in Cook County, IL, at 600 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611.
Nearby Beaches
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