57th Street Beach
Chicago, IL
57th Street Beach sits in Hyde Park just north of Promontory Point, a short walk from the Museum of Science and Industry and the University of Chicago. It's one of only two Chicago beaches where surfing is allowed during the swim season. The skyline view north from the Point is a local favorite.
A Hyde Park favorite with surfing allowed and the Point next door, though it's busy on summer weekends.
How we score beachesWalk out to Promontory Point next door for picnics on the limestone blocks and the classic skyline view.
Street parking and nearby lots; the Metra Electric 55th-56th-57th Street stop is a short walk.
A pedestrian underpass and paved paths lead to the sand.
Lifeguards are on duty 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Surfers come out on windy days in fall and spring.
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