Beautiful view with chess boards built into the cement benches.. I parked across the main highway and took the tunnel that goes under the roadway. Just keep going :D

Nice place to stop and while away the time.

Beautiful place by the lake. I woudlnt park in the lot they have since its so darn expensive. I say spot hero it or park on cannon drive. Its free.

Beautiful. Right by the lake. Calming. And this is such a nice place to play chess, hang out with friends, and even going to the lake.

Wonderful View.....and even better for Chess Players!!!!

One of my favorite spots to clear my mind

A perfect spot to sit and watch the world go by for a bit. This stylish little pavilion is easy to reach and sits at the intersection of runners, bikers, the beach and enjoys stunning views of the skyline.

Beautiful scenery a place for the family different activities as well.

Great view of the city and a perfect spot to take a break (and play chess). It’s always fun to see people here getting their photos taken. Just outside of the North Avenue underpass so easy to get to.

One of my favorite places to chill and people watch in Chicago, which is located by North Beach on Lake Michigan, by the lake shore bike/walking path.People of all backgrounds come here to play chess, or just hang out. A great place to hide from sudden rain storms. Close to the North Ave walkway with parks on the other side of LSD.A nice spot to work on your laptop etc.

Nice little spot for a pickup game of casual chess. Sometimes people offer to play for money, if thats your thing.A couple of the boards are either torn out / missing, or are pretty significantly damaged, so -1 star for that, but overall, I have had a good time each time Ive gone.

Great view. You better be good to playThey will teach you of not a backlog to play the Master

Great view of the air show

Truly a hidden Chicago gem.

Watched gentlemen play here a lot when I was a kid, chess is a difficult game.

A great place to hang out. If your looking for a water view. If you want food you can walk over to North beach.

Best place 2 work out ride you moutain bike

Great view. Pedestrian and bike traffic is high. Nice place for a game of chess.

Like to play chess ? it really good pick up games here

Very good place at lake shore to enjoy the chess with many people enjoying the same cool breeze and game as well.

Needs go boards

Lovely view of skyline

Beautiful skyline view

Peaceful place to start your day

I love this place

Miss Maes to stop and cool out for a sec

Perfect

I came to this beach with my friends for a birthday and to watch fireworks, I had a good time!

Great spot for a BBQ!

Peaceful

Quiet, shaded area with chess board cast into the concrete benches. Good place to relax and enjoy incredible view of the lake.

Great piece of Chicago history.

I love sitting by the pavilion on North Avenue beach.

I ran into this place spontaneously while walking on the lake shore. As a result I spent at least one hour playing chess with a very friendly old man of approximately the same level. It looks like theres always somebody to play with there.

AMAZING LOCATION

This is one of the best city views in Chicago!Shhhhh, its a secret!

Even if you dont play chess, its fun to come by and watch a game. There are more than a dozen chess boards marked, just remember to bring your pieces. This place is also good for a break from the sun. Theres plenty of shade.

Come here to watch some talented players flex their chess skills, or join in yourself! Theres always matches going on, right on the lake

I have two kids One under 12 and one under 5 . I wish them to join you.kindly update me with proceedure

Great place to play some chess! Overlooks the lake quite well

One of the best views of Chicagos skyline

Great place to play some chess, watch the crowds, or hide away from the rain!

Wonderful day for a run and a game of chess :)

This is THE SPOT!

Wonderful beach

Chill place to relax

A concrete beach... the dystopian future is here!

I won

Good place

Love it pure peace

Beautiful scenery!

Great view!

Best little spot in Chicago