Beaches
Free Beaches in Lake County
There is nothing better than going swimming in the summertime, and there is nothing EVEN better than getting to go swimming for free. I mean, come on, we live in a county named after water, […]
Lake County Beaches
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The Best Free Beaches in Lake and McHenry Counties {2017}
Our Guide to The Best Free Beaches in Lake and McHenry Counties {2017} is presented by Bear Paddle Swim School. Their newly-opened facility in Lake in the Hills offers small, year-round swim lessons in their […]
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More Than Swimming: Lake Fun in Lake County
In Lake County we are lucky to have 75 lakes and 25 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, in addition to countless ponds, streams, and the Fox River. Born and raised in Lake County, I spent […]
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Jones Island Beach – New and Improved! {Grayslake}
Hidden away in a residential pocket of Grayslake is Jones Island Park, which provides FREE public access to the eponymous Grays Lake. Recent renovations to the park make it an even better summer fun destination. […]
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Lake Minear Beach – Libertyville: Membership now open!
Do you love lazy days at the beach, feeling the sand between your toes, watching your little ones splash in calm, clean shallow water, build sand castles or play on nearby swings? Sounds like a […]
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Nunn Beach & Marina at Naval Station Great Lakes
Nunn Beach, located on relaxing Lake Michigan via Naval Station Great Lakes, is the perfect location for active duty military personnel and DOD cardholders to take pleasure in swimming, sailing, tent camping, boating, fishing, and […]
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Fun in the Sun: Fish Lake Beach (Volo) Review
This is my third summer living out this way and after driving past the huge “Fish Lake Beach” sign on Route 12 every single day, I finally ventured inside! You’ve probably passed it too if […]
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Waukegan Municipal Beach
School may be fast approaching, but there is still some summer left to enjoy… So get out and enjoy the sun and water at Waukegan Municipal Beach. Just east of downtown Waukegan (located at 201 […]