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63rd Street Beach
6300 S Lakeshore Drive, Lakefront Trail, Chicago, IL 60649, United States
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Ma
Review №1

Nice view and good place to relax and enjoy the lake. When its open there is good jerk dinners being sod in the parking lot. Plus Reggies in the Building has good food.

Ch
Review №2

I really loved this place, it was wonderful to visit. The building was beautiful and the hidden fountain was so cool. I recommend always riding a bike to the beaches as the lots are always full, and this place was no exception. The police had blocked the entrance and it was full of people. But they all were having a great time. We had a long bike ride and just want to cool off in the fountain, so we bypassed everyone and b-lined it to this hidden gem.

Ga
Review №3

Reggies at the Beach. Awesome beachside bar/restaurant. Great selection of drinks/food. Quick, friendly service. Plenty of seating, shade and sun. Views of Chicago skyline

Ka
Review №4

Reggies on the Beach is located here. Good bar food, fantastic drinks and beautiful views of the city

De
Review №5

Beach is good for run walk bike but has plenty trash along the path

Le
Review №6

Great place too way and drink. The long islands are perfect

Do
Review №7

Its a nice beach its just that right now theres no parking next to it but there is a place called Reggies that serves food and its pretty good

Xa
Review №8

Great atmosphere and theres always good food and plenty vendors.

To
Review №9

Its great to have this beach lake so close to home. Much to explore, see & take in ...pure nature.

Ma
Review №10

At Hayes Park partying in peace with my mask on! NICE EVENING

Al
Review №11

Vote is still out. Gates are closed. Is it open?

De
Review №12

The food is pretty good, The music is great and views on the beach are amazing

De
Review №13

Its cool when the police dont have it blocked off even as other cars are coming out

Br
Review №14

Where we went it was quiet...no people congregating...great parking.

De
Review №15

I go there for fathers day BBQ.. a yearly thing we do, if you dont go early you will not get parking or a good spot to BBQ...my sister direct a 5k- divine 9-5k there as well and the trails along the beach are perfect for runners.

Ce
Review №16

Omg,absolutely a groovy vibe.you will love it.

Tr
Review №17

My little ones love it

Al
Review №18

We had fun Alberta, Gucci and Barry

Ro
Review №19

Havent been there lately. La Rabida is the stop but, its getting known.

Al
Review №20

One of my favorite places

Pr
Review №21

The place is amazing its always clean and the people AR very polite and nice

Jo
Review №22

Awesome, peaceful place. Early to mid-morning I am able to be there alone with my dog. He loves fetching sticks from the lake and I love the calm and beautiful sun rise up over the water.

Mo
Review №23

This is one of my favorite beaches to go to! Is pretty clean and always fun!

De
Review №24

It just keeps getting better! They opened a Reggies Bar this summer and have just put in a big deck - I assume for dancing. Cant wait until next summer.

De
Review №25

Love going here to relax.

Kw
Review №26

Super fun. My family and I had a blast here. There were people selling yummy food and snacks, there were people playing the bongos, a sandy playground for the kids and the lifeguards are always on the alert. The beach is clean and fun.

Ba
Review №27

So wonderful on the last day of summer. People grilling, some kids swimming, lake looks like a mirage. New Reggies is excellent. Right on bike path.

Jo
Review №28

Always a cool view and stopping area

Ru
Review №29

Man, this is the spot. Great view, clean, architect and history is felt. Food is amazing!

Ja
Review №30

I love the trail along this beach. There are so many little beautiful spots to stop and take a break. Lots of lovely photo opportunities.

Sa
Review №31

Not my favorite beach, empty bottles everywhere, people leaving trash behind, its not looked after, but I mean for a chill time its ok.

Se
Review №32

Great beach. Plenty of facilities for changing/washing/restrooms.

Si
Review №33

Chicagos Lake Front/Beaches are wonderfulI usually walk along the lake front early mornings when the water is quite not to many people yet. Its sunny and peaceful where the walkers and bikers say good morning aa you pass by...If you need to sit there are benches to sit and look at the cars and people. There is a parking lot of course Pay to Park !!!!

Jo
Review №34

It was great and fun .But the rain made a appearance. But i made the best of it.I regrouped and we drop 1 friend off and came back in a hour, Wonderful. Cool Great to 63 Beach and walked around and greeted sime friends

Ke
Review №35

Its nice quiet and clean beach. Really peaceful in the morning and early afternoon. Plus with reggies opening a restaurant/bar, it has everything u need.

Sh
Review №36

Nice beach but the beach house leaves a lot to be desired. There are pigeon droppings everywhere leading to them toilet. There is no maintenance done in the womens washroomduring the day. I will not be going back.

Ju
Review №37

I love this beach. It has a beach house and a cool golf course across the street. The cool thing is that this place easily accessible via lake shore dr and 63rd street.

ra
Review №38

One of my favorite south side hangouts

ki
Review №39

Nice lil beach to hang out with the kiddies

Lu
Review №40

Super clean and wonderful views

qu
Review №41

They have a wonderful live band that plays outside all summer and a nice New eating spot around on the beach for you and your family

Ni
Review №42

It was closed when I went, but it looked like a nice beach. Four stars for initial impressions, will update next time I visit.

ja
Review №43

Just saw that 2 restaurants are there, the vibe was nice and the police was there as well to protect the families that was enjoying an evening out on the beach.

Ch
Review №44

Nice little beach ....Lets wait for summer

Ja
Review №45

Great place to fish and relax

li
Review №46

Nice place to enjoy the weather have a bbq with the family. Or even go fishing at the end of the walking path. I like to ride my bike up that way at night.

De
Review №47

Love the water and beach

Br
Review №48

LIFE guard in duty. I like that. Making sure the kids dont go out to far n da water

La
Review №49

Always A go to beach for years... But They Didnt Have The sprinkler area open spoke with the lifeguards and they said its up to Jackson Park District to open them up such a shame the sprinkler area is a really nice area that accentuates the beach

sc
Review №50

Theyve really cleaned up the area. Kids park in the sand near beach, BBQ pits along the park side and water fountains in the common area for kids to play in. And its becoming more diverse, thats always good to see!

Ju
Review №51

Great beach, for music fun, historic for blacks, but they are trying to change it which is not fair, safe great for kids.

Je
Review №52

A quiet beach surrounded on two sides by marshy bird sanctuaries. Impressive fieldhouse. For the adventurous, you can walk a good ways out on the breakwater. In the summer the park behind the fieldhouse is hopping with tailgaters and impromptu food stands. Overall a great place.

Da
Review №53

Wonderful location. Visit this location once a year for Sun Rise Service. I love the sand....

ed
Review №54

THE BEST BEACH IN CHICAGO; REFLECTS THE BEAUTY OF A DIVERSE CITY

Th
Review №55

Fun place for family, friends, events and Dates...I gave 3 stars cause the restrooms are disgusting and filled with spiders and webs. The food stand is very expensive it cost $4 for 2 bags of chips that originally costs $1.50 for 2 at your local store. It was over crowded which to be expected on a hot day. The beach itself needed a lil cleaning also...but all in all it was ok

De
Review №56

Love walking riding bike view beautiful, would never get n water

Te
Review №57

Love my city but it could look a little unclean to the eye. Ill still support because its a great outing for kids.

Ba
Review №58

Area was great. Could see the entire lake front from that location

na
Review №59

Go early in the morning; less people, sand isnt hot, and you can grab a nice spot before others arrive.

Ge
Review №60

Best beach ever. Concession Stand was neat. Mixed crowd weather could ve been a tad bit warmer. And the 63rd Street Drummers play a few mins. Until their Uncle Arthur kicked in dew to the rain. But Ill definitely return on a warmer day.

Le
Review №61

The beach is clean & well managed, plus it has the most beautiful scenery of downtown Chicago.

No
Review №62

Very nice and safe beach plenty of vendors and even a bar and live music now!!

Jo
Review №63

Great time every Sunday. Good House Music

ja
Review №64

Great spot to chill, jamaican food, drummers sometimes when the weather allows it, lake view and walk on the shore if you will

AN
Review №65

The only Beach in South Chicago where those who frequent there are harassed by Chicago police gangs and political affiliates. All in an effort to shut down food vendors and allow the take-over of commercial franchise...This is non other than mere exploitation of a predominantly Majority Brown and Dark skinned Americans

Ta
Review №66

Sunrise Service 2018..Nothing like praising God when the sun comes up surrounded by the elements Earth & Water

We
Review №67

Ample parking, wonderful view of the citys shore

Ke
Review №68

Dope I caught the vibez

Pa
Review №69

Beach is nice never over crowded even on holiday life guards on duty I love this beach

Va
Review №70

Most of us grew up there theve chsnged alot seems like they work hard to earase our culture but guess what if we aint making no noise whatvdo we expect

Sh
Review №71

Nice spot to relax and watch the boats and water bikes on the lake.

Kr
Review №72

Very cultural and clean I grew up around this beach I love this place

sa
Review №73

Great place to walk,ride your bike or just sit on the beach and relax.

Al
Review №74

Beautiful especially with the music and great food from the African culture and presence!

Ke
Review №75

Relaxing & dine to unwine & a great place to ease your mind

Br
Review №76

Thats a beautiful ride from 63rd Street beach to downtown much improved on the bike trail

Al
Review №77

Very relaxing and a nice place for a bike ride

Ch
Review №78

We picked a nice spot it was nice out really enjoyed ourselves

Cl
Review №79

Needs the SAME attention as NORTH AVE BEACH!!!

Ka
Review №80

Love this beach! Great gem on southeast side of city

La
Review №81

Beautiful and peacefully

La
Review №82

Enjoy the water and just hang with friends

Gr
Review №83

Good police presence, lots of bikers and people out grilling . Jerk chicken for sale and its really good . Big ups to the beach in the hood

Br
Review №84

Old school bongo players and musicians, great food (jerk chicken nachos & lamb, rice & cabbage ( not pictured), good company are here!

ji
Review №85

Nice place to just relax and be by the water lots of people

Fr
Review №86

Grew up going to this beach, hated it then and even with all the upgrades, still hate it! Extremely ghetto and can be very dangerous. If youre not accustomed to being in an extremely urban environment (the hood) this is not a place to bring your family!

sa
Review №87

Crowed but nice atmosphere.

Ca
Review №88

This was my mothers favorite beach. She requested that she be released here.

La
Review №89

Has a new longe area for food and cocktails...right on the beach

Hi
Review №90

Great place to sit in your car smoke weed, drink liquor and blare you music. Skip......

Sh
Review №91

Ok lovely onthe lake. Young folks keep your stuff at home.

Ia
Review №92

This beach is beutifu and this place is calm. The only problem is that the place has alot of trash around it

Go
Review №93

Volleyball court. Free parking nearby. Lot of trees. Small restaurant and wash rooms available.

Lo
Review №94

Paying for parking at a public park is bad. We already pay taxes, what else you want?? Illinois is going down fast. #greed

Is
Review №95

Its like a private beach! Been here two to three times. There are usually very few people at the beach, water is clean and the view is beautiful.

Da
Review №96

Its was a nice day little cold 4 my kids 2 go in the water

Jo
Review №97

So peaceful and beautiful

Br
Review №98

Great beach, very clean, and lively. It used to have free parking, now they charge for parking. There is a large field house where a lot of parties and cook outs happen. Its like a community event everday during the summer. They have a drumming circle, vendors out there and sometimes events.

Ca
Review №99

Great location...very beautiful park

Jo
Review №100

We did boot camp trainng on the beach and some other martial arts instructors were working with their students very positive keep in mind before 8 am.There are meters no like the north side.

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  • Address:6300 S Lakeshore Drive, Lakefront Trail, Chicago, IL 60649, United States
  • Site:http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks/63rd-street-beach/
  • Phone:+1 773-363-2225
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Public beach
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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