Highland Park

Fort Sheridan Beach

Good for Relax

7.6

/ 10 Very good

#22 out of 25
in Illinois

About

Fort Sheridan Beach is located on the Michigan lake and it is in the 22th place out of 25 beaches in the Illinois region 310.3 km away from its center, the city of Springfield. It is one of the beaches of Highwood settlement, just 2.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Fort Sheridan Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lake Forest Beach, which has a rating of 7.9.

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Historical

+17 ^oC +14 ^oC

Air temperature

9.1 M/S

Wind

+13 ^oC

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Highwood, Illinois,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Frustrating

4.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Bad

1.2/10

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Fort Sheridan Beach is located in Illinois within Highwood, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The beach is situated in an amazing spot that gives you the sensation of being by the ocean while remaining close to Chicago. Although parking can be a bit challenging, it also indicates that this beach is a hidden treasure of the North shore. The walking trails are fantastic, seamlessly combining nature with convenience, all thanks to the Army Corps of Engineers. There is s..."

Ryan Ashford

"The sunrise views are absolutely stunning. I definitely plan on returning. It's the ideal spot to enjoy the beautiful Lake Michigan sunrise each morning."

Amy Thompson

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Ryan Ashford

"The sunrise views are absolutely stunning. I definitely plan on returning. It's the ideal spot to enjoy the beautiful Lake Michigan sunrise each morning."

Amy Thompson

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7.9km from the beach

8.6

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The Forester A Hyatt Place Hotel

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Highwood

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8.9km from center

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Zero prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

Lake Forest, United States

Lake Forest Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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Lake Bluff Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Lake Bluff 0.4 km

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Rosewood Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Ravinia 1.5 km

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Nunn Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

North Chicago 1.6 km

Glencoe, United States

Glencoe Beach

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Glencoe 0.9 km

Waukegan, United States

Waukegan Municipal Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Waukegan 2.3 km

Kenilworth, United States

Gillson Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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Lighthouse Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Evanston 2.6 km

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Clark Street Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Evanston 1.8 km

Dunes Park, United States

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7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom

Dunes Park 1.8 km

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Lee Street Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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South Boulevard Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Evanston 2.8 km

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

PWK• 14.4km
Addison Red Line Sta...• 33.1km
Clybourn• 35.8km

Localities

Highwood• 2.6km
Springfield• 310.3km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Fort Sheridan Beach?

Fort Sheridan Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Fort Sheridan Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Fort Sheridan Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Fort Sheridan Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

Fort Sheridan Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Fort Sheridan Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Fort Sheridan Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Fort Sheridan Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fort Sheridan Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Fort Sheridan Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Fort Sheridan Beach?

There are 37 places to stay in the Fort Sheridan Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Fort Sheridan Beach include:

The Forester A Hyatt Place Hotel

How far is the Fort Sheridan Beach from parking?

The Fort Sheridan Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

What is the best time of the year to visit Fort Sheridan Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Fort Sheridan Beach is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 0°C and water -2°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Fort Sheridan Beach (Illinois) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Fort Sheridan Beach (Illinois) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.