Elder Lane Beach
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Location
Winnetka, IL 60093
P: 847-770-0829
Hours
9am – Dusk
To see the most up-to-date status on beach closures, please download the RainoutLine app or contact: 847-563-3131.
 Join us for the Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting of the swimming beach on Saturday, May 16 from 11 – 1pm.
Enjoy special beach pre-opening hours and fees for the weekend:
May 16: 10am – 5pm: Guests can enjoy Free Admission
May 17: 10am-5pm: Admission required
Normal beach operations begin May 23 at 10am
The 2026 Beach Season: May 23 – August 16.Â
Current Status
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Elder Lane Beach – Closed
Updated 7 hours ago
(847) 563-3131 ext. 8Elder Lane Beach is closed for swimming as there is a Beach Hazard Statement in effect and Rip Currents are present. Please stay out of the water.
About the Park
Elder Lane Beach is available for swimming when staffed by lifeguards. Boats, paddleboards, kayaks, Jet Skis, and vessels are not allowed. Jumping or diving from piers is prohibited.
To see the most updated status of beach closures, please download the Rainout Line App or contact 847- 563-3131.
2026 Beach Season: May 23 – August 16. After August 16, No Lifeguards are on duty, and swimming is prohibited. Â
Fees
Season Pass
Passholders have unlimited access to the beaches seven days a week.
Daily Admission
Find out more about Daily Admission.
Elder Lane Beach beach house
Elder Lane Beach beach house
Elder Lane Beach pier fishing
Elder Lane Beach pier
Elder Lane Beach
Elder Lane Park playground
aerial view of Elder Lane Park + Beach