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Beaches in the United States – Explore Every State
From emerald Gulf waters and West Coast surf towns to rugged New England cliffs and tropical islands, the United States is home to thousands of unforgettable beaches. Use this hub to jump into each state’s beaches, see featured spots, and start planning your next coastal escape.
Northeast Beaches
Classic Coastlines
Historic lighthouses, cool ocean breezes, and charming beach towns ideal for summer getaways.
West Coast Beaches
Sunsets & Surf
Iconic Pacific views, dramatic cliffs, and legendary surf culture from Southern California to the Pacific Northwest.
Gulf Coast Beaches
Calm Waters
Gentle surf, sugar-white sand, and relaxed waterfront towns stretching from Texas to Florida.
Great Lakes Beaches
Freshwater Escapes
Ocean-like coastlines with dunes, lighthouses, and swimming spots along the largest freshwater system on earth.
Islands & Tropics
Tropical Vibes
Crystal-clear water, coral reefs, and warm island breezes across America’s tropical and overseas territories.
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Giant Goose Ranch Beach — Banner, Illinois
- Banner, IL 61520
- Unnamed Road, Banner, IL 61520
Gillson Beach — Wilmette, Illinois
- Wilmette, IL 60091
- 751 Michigan Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
Lakefront Park — Round Lake Beach, Illinois
- (847) 546-2351, +1 847-546-2351
- Round Lake Beach, IL 60073
- 1019 N Lake Shore Dr, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073
- https://www.villageofroundlakebeach.com/facilities
Moraine Beach — Highland Park, Illinois
- (847) 831-3810
- Highland Park, IL 60035
- 2501 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
- https://www.pdhp.org/moraine-beach/
Dam West Beach — Shattuc, Illinois
- (618) 594-2484
- Shattuc, IL 62231
- Carlyle Lake West Access, Pavilion #2 (Carlyle, Shattuc, IL 62231
- https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Carlyle-Lake/
Waukegan Municipal Beach — Waukegan, Illinois
- Waukegan, IL 60085
- 300 E Sea Horse Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085
Rogers Beach Park — Chicago, Illinois
- (773) 262-1482, +1 773-262-1482
- Chicago, IL 60626
- 7705 N Eastlake Terrace, Chicago, IL 60626
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/rogers-phillip-beach-park
Winthrop Harbor Beach — Winthrop Harbor, Illinois
- Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
Thorndale Avenue Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Chicago, IL 60660
Beach Park — Springfield, Illinois
- Springfield, IL 62712
Granville Avenue Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Chicago, IL 60660
West Beach — Crystal Lake, Illinois
- (815) 477-5009
- Crystal Lake, IL 60014
- 2330 Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
- https://www.crystallakeparks.org/interactive-map/west-park
Margaret T. Burroughs Beach And Park
- (773) 363-2225, +1 773-363-2225
- Chicago, IL 60616
- 3100 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/margaret-t-burroughs-beach
63rd Street Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- (773) 363-2225
- Chicago, IL 60649
- 6300 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/63rd-street-beach
Rainbow Beach Park — Chicago, Illinois
- (312) 745-1479
- Chicago, IL 60649
- 3111 E 77th St, Chicago, IL 60649
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/rainbow-beach-park
Nunn Beach — North Chicago, Illinois
- (847) 688-5417
- North Chicago, IL 60088
- 799 Ziegemeier St #715, North Chicago, IL 60088
- https://www.navymwrgreatlakes.com/programs/35074287-3cdf-4136-8b31-a303660e5505
Sixty-Seventh Street Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Chicago, IL 60649
Kathy Osterman Beach House at Hollywood Beach
- (312) 742-5121
- Chicago, IL 60660
- 5800 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60660
- https://chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/osterman-beach
Belmont Harbor Dog Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Chicago, IL 60657
Juneway Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- (773) 363-2225
- Chicago, IL 60626
- 7751 N Eastlake Terrace, Chicago, IL 60626
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/juneway-beach
Glenlake Avenue Beach
- Edgewater, IL 60660
49th Street Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- South Side, IL 60615
Keyesport Beach — Illinois
- Keyesport, IL 62253
- 103 Republican St, Keyesport, IL 62253
Jeorse Park Beach Ind.
- East Chicago, IN
Chicago’s Beaches
- (312) 742-7529
- Chicago, IL 60611
- 541 N Fairbanks Ct, Chicago, IL 60611
- https://www.cpdbeaches.com/
Humboldt Park Beach
- (312) 742-3224
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 1400 N Humboldt Dr, Chicago, IL 60622
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/humboldt-beach
Illinois Beach Nature Preserve
- (847) 662-4811, +1 847-662-4811
- Waukegan, IL 60087
- N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087
- https://www.stateparks.com/illinois_beach_state_park_in_illinois.html
Wilson Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Chicago, IL 60640
Wonder Center Beach
- McHenry Township, IL 60097
Helicopter Beach — Island Lake Illinois
- Island Lake, IL 60042
- 316 Island Dr, Island Lake, IL 60042
BeachWatch LLC – Olson Beach
- (815) 978-5560
- Caledonia, IL 61011
- 8002 Harlem Rd, Caledonia, IL 61011
- https://www.beachwatch.net/
Devon Avenue Beach
- Chicago, IL 60626
Dam West Beach — Shelbyville, Illinois
- Shelbyville, IL 62565
- Lake, Shelbyville, IL 62565
Isherwood beach
- Zion, IL 60099
The Kenilworth Beach
- Kenilworth, IL 60043
- 37 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL 60043
Leone Beach Park — Chicago, Illinois
- (773) 262-8605
- Chicago, IL 60626
- 1222 W Touhy Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/leone-beach
Forest Park Beach
- Lake Forest, IL 60045
- 801 Lake Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
- https://lfparksandrec.com/forest-park-beach
Howard Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Illinois 60626
Butch Hagele Beach
- (847) 960-7460
- Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
- 71 Hilltop Dr, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
- https://www.lith.org/parksrec/page/indian-trail-butch-hagele-beaches
South Sandusky Beach
- Barren Township, IL 62812
12th Street Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- (773) 363-2225
- Chicago, IL 60605
- 1200 S Linn White Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/12th-street-beach
Fargo Beach — Chicago, Illinois
- Illinois 60626
Foss Park Beach — North Chicago, Illinois
- (847) 689-7480, +1 847-689-7480
- North Chicago, IL 60088
- 35 Lakeview, North Chicago, IL 60088
- https://www.fosspark-district.org/
Santa Fe Beach — Washington Township, Illinois
- Washington Township, IL 61074
Waukegan Dunes
- (847) 599-2504, +1 847-599-2504
- Waukegan, IL 60085
- 540-562 E Sea Horse Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085
- https://www.waukeganil.gov/266/Waukegan-Municipal-Beach
Wilmette Sailing Beach
- Illinois 60091
Waukegan River Beach
- Illinois 60085