The Chicago Park District manages 8100 acres of green space, 592 parks, 26 miles of lakefront, 10 museums, 50 nature areas, & hundreds of programs & events.
5800 N Lake Shore Dr (at Hollywood Ave) Chicago , IL 60660 United States
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Gay beach for a Sunday!!? HECK YES!! Clean area, boys in Speedos , crystal water, a food shack, and fun in the sun what could be better!? Bring your own beach chair tho! Don’t forget your cocktail !
I like watching the sunrise on the Lake here. I also like the fact that this beach is only 2 blocks from where I live.
This beach has unofficially been claimed as the gay beach , but it is a great beach for all. Nice shallow water , lifeguards, and expansive beach front with soft sand .
I use to come to this Beach Years ago-They've upgraded it & added a Patio bar & serves Mexican food ! Plus Gree Wifi @All beaches which is a welcomed plus!:)
Not very crowded . Soft sand . Great for families too. Street parking is hard to find but can be done.
I am moving Oceanside! Enjoy the beach . It worked for what it was. I hereby retire as Mayor of what is REALLY known as Kathy Osterman Beach (Hollywood Schmollywood!) See you in Malibu, Beotches!!!!
This is also called Peacock Park or Speedo Beach ...because guys strut here like peacocks in colorful displays of speedboats engineering . Great fun always with few ever actually setting foot in water.
While the amenities aren’t posh, beachgoers appreciate the convenience of restrooms with showers and beach chow like hot dogs , burgers , chips and lemonade .
While the amenities aren’t posh, beachgoers appreciate the convenience of restrooms with showers and beach chow like hot dogs , burgers , chips and lemonade . -MN Read more
Love this beach 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈
Watch out for the Yellow Jackets . Awesome views of the lake and Edgewater skyline.
Beach is awesome, not too crowded , best sand!!
Gay beach full of tan boys in speedos or less. Love it here, never getting bothered or hit on! Peace n quiet on weekdays.
The bathrooms are very small to change into a swimming suit. Rain-water is collected to flush the toilets and drain faucets. Do not drink the rainwater in the Restrooms at the Kathy Osterman Beach .
Bring an ego and a thick skin. These bitches believed their Mama when she said they was pretty. Mama was blind to their souls. LOL
The idea that doggies can poop & pee on the beach & swim in the lake kinda grosses me out, but otherwise love the beach . Hate the new lights at night though. Too bright ! I also dislike the new ramp.
Best beach in Chi-town! Let's keep it clean and free of the crazy peeps from North beach !
Stop changing the name! It has always been Hollywood Beach to the mos and we like it that way!
FIRST TIMERS: Fear not. It isn't nearly as intimidating as you'd think. Put on ur shades and throw out your towel, gurl. :)
Cool chill beach
There's an infestation of flies due to garbage being left on and swept under the sand. Let's be sure to pickup after ourselves.
Loved it...clean , quiet and not ghetto.
This is one of the most gorgeous beaches in North Chicago. Let's try to keep it free of garbage and debris.
There are no showers to rinse the beach sand here. Where is the changing room?
You have to meet Hornisha Streetman the Unicorn!
Would like to watch moon rise over lake at night.
They have paddle boarding now!
The Sun, Water and the Sand...
Get close to the water for the best people watching .
Drink the water in the urinal. Despite warnings, it doesn't taste half bad!
Guys, look...just because the beach is gay-friendly doesn't mean you have to show off your schlong bulges.
Beautiful beach !
Never go barefoot in the bathroom . Mace is also recommended to ward off aggressive toothless desparates.
All American men. Mmm...
Gay Beach 😏
the beach so beautiful..
best view in the house
Also known as the straight beach . :)
someone said there was a church here
most people know it as Hollywood Beach Read more
Gay men everywhere. Just how I like it.
Definitely not the straight beach !
Boys,boys,boys
Chicago's gay beach !
Can't wait to see what the new facilities look like
Oh So Homo.
Stay away. We like our private beach very much.
Great family beach, a lot of parking, and great open spaces for picnics. - Raed Mansour
Quaint beach. Easy to get lost in the paths which can be fun. - Chulses MacS
Great place to relax, walk, run or just read a book in downtown Chicago - Mohammad Abusharif
It's the most lgbt diverse beach in Chicago. The beach itself is nice and there is a nice small bar. This beach is not heavily monitored for Byob like north avenue beach - Matthew Patterson
A Chicago original. Good beer selection and the interior is amazing . You must check it out! - Francisco Perez
The chips and guacamole are fantastic! So are the margaritas ;) - Patricia Nicandro