Foster Avenue Beach

72 reviews

+1 (312) 742-5121

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02/27/21 - Foster Avenue Beach just after sunrise, ice shelf on the left w/floating ice chunks in the lake

02/27/21 - Foster Avenue Beach just after sunrise

5198 N Lake Shore Dr

Chicago, IL 60640

+1 (312) 742-5121

http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com

Foster Avenue Beach in Chicago, IL, offers a peaceful retreat along the shores of Lake Michigan. This public beach provides a sandy expanse for sunbathing and swimming, with a designated area for picnicking and enjoying the scenic views.

Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the paved path that runs parallel to the beach, or relax on the grassy areas with a book or a picnic. Foster Avenue Beach is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike to unwind and soak in the beauty of the lakefront.

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4.572 reviews

Lani C.

9/13/2021

What a nice break from the ultra-crowded beaches further south! Every beach along the lake is gorgeous, but they can sometimes be shadowed by the massive crowds. Foster is definitely smaller, but...

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Josh R.

9/9/2023

Got here early today because it's going to get busy today with the air & water show. Lots of people already here but I was able to find parking. Now to ride my bike.

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Phil S.

2/27/2021

02/27/21 - Foster Ave Beach just reopened after being closed for months to vehicular traffic. Maybe fortunate because it's been so cold, but unfortunate because I never got to access this area...

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Jim L.

7/22/2021

Such a beautiful beach on the shore of Lake Michigan. Great views in many directions. Next time I am in Chicago, I will stop by. Nice pave trails up the beach that you can walk/bike on.

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Scott S.

5/15/2019

Probably the best, cleanest sand of all the downtown beaches. Great sand for volleyball and many people use this beach for volleyball. It's a good mix of people relaxing, kids playing, dogs...

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