Swim in season1 miOak Street Beach
Near North Side
Ohio Street Beach
The Loop, IllinoisLake on Lake MichiganSwim in season
Public Lake Michigan beach with designated swimming, lifeguards during beach season, and free admission.
- Water
- Lake, Lake Michigan
- Entry
- Free
- Swim hours
- Beach: 6 am-11 pm. Swimming: 11 am-7 pm during beach season.
- Lifeguard
- 11 am-7 pm during beach season
- Dogs
- No dogs on the beach.
- Managed by
- Chicago Park District
When you can swim
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Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers
Getting there
At 600 North Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago.
41.8934, -87.6128
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim only in designated swim areas.
- Swim only when lifeguards are on duty.
- Do not bring dogs onto the beach.
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Questions about Ohio Street Beach
Can you swim at Ohio Street Beach?
Yes, swimming is permitted in designated areas during beach season from 11 am to 7 pm when lifeguards are on duty.
Does it cost anything to swim at Ohio Street Beach?
Free
Are dogs allowed at Ohio Street Beach?
No dogs on the beach.
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