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    Rock Cut swim beach

    Rock Cut State Park, Machesney Park, IllinoisLake on Olson LakeSeasonal public swimming

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    Olson Beach is a seasonal public swimming beach on Olson Lake at Rock Cut State Park.

    Water
    Lake, Olson Lake
    Entry
    $5 for anyone over 48 inches; $2.50 for anyone under 48 inches; free for children aged three and under.
    Facilities
    Volleyball nets, concession stand, snacks, ice cream
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguards.
    Managed by
    Illinois Department of Natural Resources

    When you can swim

    Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

    Getting there

    The park address is 7223 West Lane Road, Loves Park, Illinois 61111.

    42.3531, -88.9798

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    Rules to know before you go

    • No food on the beach.
    • No smoking on the beach.
    • Children must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or older.

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    Questions about Rock Cut swim beach

    Can you swim at Rock Cut swim beach?

    Yes. Public swimming is available at Olson Beach during the seasonal opening period. There are no lifeguards.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Rock Cut swim beach?

    $5 for anyone over 48 inches; $2.50 for anyone under 48 inches; free for children aged three and under.

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