North Shore Yacht Club at Park Avenue Beach

Park Avenue Beach

31 Park Avenue
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
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Phone: 847.579.3121     Fax: 847.831.0818

Contact

Jim Harkness, Recreation Supervisor
Phone: 847.579.3121 jharkness@pdhp.org

Hours of Operation

May 3-September 1
Ramp Hours: 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Attendant Hours: Weekdays, Noon-Sunset, Weekends, 8:30 a.m.-Sunset

Note: Attendants on duty weekends only from May 3-May 25. Attendants on duty weekdays and weekends May 26-August 24. Facility staffed August 30 - September 1. Any staffing after September 1 will be at the discretion of the Park District.

Important: Trailer/vehicle length must not exceed 45'

WARNING: The dredging process cannot be completed at this time due to permit concerns. The Park District is working to resolve this issue.

Park Avenue beach features a concrete ramp and sand launching ramp, two parking lots and two boat storage areas. The north storage area accommodates sailboats up to 25’, power boats and personal water craft. Sunfish, small sailboat storage and sail/mast storage for rack boats are located at the south end of the beach. The Park Avenue facility is home to the North Shore Yacht Club and is available for rentals from May 1-October 31. Swimming is not permitted at the Park Avenue Beach. NEW: Kayak rentals and lessons - click here for additional information.
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Features

Concrete ramp and sand launching ramp, boat storage, fishing, boating and home to the North Shore Yacht Club.

Affiliates, Sponsors or Recognized Organizations

North Shore Yacht Club