Oak Street Beach

There is plenty of everybody doing everything at Oak Street Beach. Beyond swimming and sun-tanning, it's one of the city's most popular spots for beach volleyball, and there are concrete paths for cycling and skating. (Do not, however, plan to eat lunch at the overpriced restaurant on the beach.) To get here, cross under Lake Shore Drive through a pedestrian underpass. If the crowds are a bit much, walk a short way south to the smaller, lesser-known beach next to Milton Olive Park (named for a local Medal of Honor recipient).

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Address

between 500–1550 Lake Shore Dr

Hours

Open during the summer, from dawn to dusk

Phone

+17733632225

Website

cpdbeaches.com (opens in a new tab)