Beaches in Melrose Park, Illinois

A lot of my friends play in their Sunday night Volleyball league. My husband and I some time go... More on Judysbook.com

The staff is very friendly and the food well let me put it like this; they give you plenty of it (which is good) but the flavoring leaves a little to be desired. More on Yahoo! Travel

A unique setting for any event. Activities include sand volleyball, bowling, billiards and more set in a tropical environment. ... More on EnjoyIllinois.com

Take a dip in Lake Michigan (if you're brave enough- it's COLD) in the shadow of some of the most exclusive... More on NileGuide

It's free and it's a great way to view the city skyline. More on igougo

Currently under development near the mouth of the Chicago River and the shore of Lake Michigan, DuSable Par... More on chicagoparkdistrict.com

While the beach and surrounding park are spacious, there was a lot of garbage on the beach itself and along... More on GoCityKids

Powderhorn Marsh and Prairie is a restorative find for the city-weary. Located in the Calumet region, straddling the city line between Chicago and Burnham, Powderhorn is a tallgrass complex that stands as testament to the indomitable ... More on AnglerWeb.com

This crescent-shaped beach is at the northern end of Lincoln Park, where Lake Shore Drive curves and ends, ... More on TripAdvisor

Access to the beach is limited to foot-traffic, because there's no parking and really no nearby parking . More on TripAdvisor

Less crowded and more accessible than some of the beaches further south, Foster Avenue Beach is a lovely, u... More on GoCityKids

I love this beach in the city. It's usually packed with families bbqing in the park area and covering ... More on Trekaroo

Founded in 1851, Northwestern University is a renowned educational institution rich in history and architec... More on uptake_content

A very cosmopolitan place, very conducive atmosphere to higher thinking. More on GeckoGo

Evanston's beaches are open to the public during the summer months for a daily fee. Swimming, boating, picnicking, and tennis facilities are available with miles of biking and jogging paths along ... More on Cnscvb.com

Evanston's beaches are open to the public during the summer months for a daily fee. Swimming, boating, picnicking, and tennis facilities are available with miles of biking and jogging paths along L... More on uptake_content