We're collecting the best swimming holes, lakes and beaches near Chicago on one handy map! Pack the beach gear and try out one of these parent-approved places to swim (or boat or fish) with kids.
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waucondaparks.com
Phil's Beach
Phil's Beach is located in Chicago's north suburb of Wauconda. It offers a great sandy beach and water fun for hot summer Chicagoland days. Amenities include: splash pad, concessions, a bathhouse, gazebo, baggo boards, game tables, and inflatable attractions.
Wauconda, IL
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bataviaparks.org
Hall Quarry Beach
Hall Quarry Beach occupies a former stone quarry owned by the Batavia Park District. It has been used as a swimming facility since 1920. It features a sand bottom swimming area covering 60,000 square feet that includes islands, slides, and a diving area. There is a playground, concessions and plenty of picnic tables as well.
Batavia, IL
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crystallakeparks.org
Crystal Lake Beaches
Crystal Lake offers two beaches: Main Beach and West Beach. Amenities include paddle boat, canoe, sailboat, rowboat, kayak, and stand-up paddle board rentals, sailing and canoe lessons, fishing, swimming, picnic tables and a pavilion.
Crystal Lake, IL
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