Killer beach nice and clean .. Great views of the lake and the city.

Cool place

My daughter just loved it. It’s best during sunset. Small beach with great view of skyscrapers.

Beautiful beach. And all the Gold coast area is amazing. A lot of fun, bars restaurants parks, all in one.

Amazing beach... kids and us had a lot of fun....will go again in the next summer 🏝️ ⛱️🌞

Favorite (and closest 😊) beach in Chicago. Clean. Small sand beach with Oak beach bar. Place for volleyball. A place to jump into the water. Spectacular view of the city!

Beautiful beach to chill at and get a nice tan. Also it’s cool to see the Chicago skyline thru a different perspective.

Such a nice beach. :) Great place to relax and unwind on a warm day. Water is usually freezing though lol.

Entrance path that goes through an underpass: surprised how clean it was and the lack of homeless loitering. Beach was very clean and path was easily visible. Labeled appropriately for walkers and cyclist paths. Plenty of trash and recycling bins. Water fountains are frequent while you pass through sections

Nice sandy beach, not crowded and convenient walking distance from our hotel. It was very clean. There are beach loungers to rent if you wish to spend time down there, or you can throw a towel down on the sand and relax for free. Great views of the city too!

Really enjoyed our evening swim here looking at the buildings, boats & sunset. The beach is kind of rocky close to the shoreline. The water is a bit dirtier or murkier than foster ave beach but I like that it’s close to the magnificent mile & a short walk from our hotel. Not every crowded either. There are public restrooms nearby which we didn’t use. Had a lovely time & will return.

Oak street is that perfect sliver of beach between North Ave beach & Ohio Street Beach. Right in the middle of it all near the Gold Coast but does not get shady as quickly as Ohio beach. We went on the 4th of July and although it was on a Tuesday it was still packed. This is to be expected on any given holiday or weekend when it is beautiful in Chicago though. The views are of the lake, the boats in the playpen and the Chicago skyline up close, so it is stunning to say the least. Also this beach has a pop up massage booth and the beach bar Whispers as well as a hotdog stand. Everything you might need for a good beach day. Heads up, on busy days, they do have checkpoints to not bring alcohol to the beach. Glass is NEVER allowed in a beach and please don’t litter! Let’s keep our beaches clean, they have trash & recycling bins EVERYWHERE, so it shouldn’t be hard.

A beautiful haven on the edge of the city. Well-marked bike paths and walking trails. On a weekday it wasn't crowded. A boardwalk restaurant looked perfectly placed to rest though we didn't stop by.

This has been my first time visiting Chiacago, I came from Minneapolis to go to Lollapalooza. To kill time, my friend and I stopped at this beach. This beach is BEAUTIFUL. it was clean, not over crowded, the water is super blue, it's in a great area. I can't wait to come back here again. I wish I could've stayed out there longer honestly!

Walked here from the river very clean and nice. It was dead because it was early November.

The beach view, juxtaposed against the cityscape, creates a harmonious blend of natural serenity and urban vibrancy. The rhythmic waves and golden sands provide a tranquil escape, while the distant city skyline adds a touch of dynamic energy. It's a picturesque convergence where the beauty of nature meets the hustle and bustle of city life, offering a refreshing and captivating panorama.

I live nearby this beach and love walking here! I enjoy relaxing on this beach every time and have brought friends and family here too. It’s usually quite clean and has great views too!

I come here and pick up trash every Monday, it's not very crowded, everyone's at work, and there's a few pretty good restaurants within walking distance. If I see someone else picking up trash I will fall in love with them instantly. Cough cough (👀)

Very nice beach with sand that makes you feel like if you were somewhere by the ocean.

Nice beach lots of room to spread out. Beautiful views of the lake and city.

Comfortable sea breeze, beautiful beach

Nothing like a nice sandy beach in the middle of a big city! Good way to spend the day before heading out on the town and there is a restaurant and bar right on the beach as well.

Great views of the lake and city. Nice walking/biking paths.

The best thing about Oak Street Beach is it’s nearby street parking on E Lakeshore Drive, which gets busy oftentimes but like North Ave Beach the street parkings aren’t far away! Good for all human and animals!

Great beach. Was within walking distance from my hotel.

Love this little beach with a view of the city's skyscrapers! All within walking distance from the shopping area

Close to the city center with a beach bar/restaurant. Next to a park. I would definitely recommend it for a walk and coffee/lunch break.

It's a beautiful and fantastic street, It locates in Chicago, USA.

Chicago's Wonderful Oak Street Beach on July day. Truly a Chicago treasure on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan.

Great place with amenities along the board walk, and plenty of beach volleyball courts, only downside here is parking, it's non-existent you have to find a garage or street parking a few blocks away and walk your way across... pretty inconvenient as parking and driving anywhere downtown Chicago is a nightmare.

Very cool small intimate beach one of our top 5 beaches we come to

Wonderful beach that you can enjoy either swimming or relaxing. You can also play volleyball. Sometimes, I join groups who I don't know. People are nice there.

Nice little beach if you are walking the Michigan mile you can slide over for a great view. Grab a beverage or have a seat at whispers, dip your toes in the water but either way a nice little area to visit.

Great views of the skyline and beautiful beach. Lots of volleyball nets and little beach shops. It was a tad littered near the water but not too crazy.

Maybe I missed it but in case you’re wondering, they do have umbrella and chair rental. For anyone traveling from out of town, this is helpful to know. Nice beach.

One of my favorite beaches to visit in the summer months with all my family. We really love it here!

Great place for a swim in a beautiful urban setting. Was quiet in the morning.

Best beach in the heart of the city!!! Super clean and there is a bar that has a really good music on weekends. Great vibe,definitely a place to visit if you are in Chicago

A surprisingly large and nice beach given it’s so close to downtown. Lots of sandy spots to relax, volleyball nets, bathrooms, and a spot with food and drinks.

It was very nice and chill beach! I wanna go here again when I visit Chicago

Beautiful beach. And all the Gold coast area is amazing. A lot of fun, bars restaurants parks, all in one.

Wonderful / clean beach in a walking distance to the city

Pavement for walking and cycling 🚴‍♀️ a lot of bicycles, have nets for beach volleyball, was busy on the weekend. Alcoholic beverages not allowed on the park. Closes at 11 PM. Great for enjoying a sunny day ☀️

Great place for a massage ask for Bruce the masseuse

Absolutely beautiful view. I love this little beach.

I like the views during day or night. Great place

First time Today. Loved it. I'm Brand New to Chicago from Detroit.

Well located close to the Gold Coast and it has a beautiful view to the lake and the Hancock Tower!!