Illinois Beach State Park

06/06/2026

Unfortunately, due to a scheduling conflict our event today with ISGS has been cancelled.
Don’t worry, we will be bringing the event back later this summer 🙂

06/01/2026

Nature thrives on diversity, and so do our communities! This Pride Month, we celebrate that everyone belongs in nature, exactly as they are. 🌈

05/31/2026

Eight-spotted forester moth, what a great photo! Taken by our very own Conservation Ed. Rep, Regina Witherell-Poe! Great shot, Regina!🦋

05/27/2026

Come celebrate Father’s Day at the beach!

Treat dad to something truly special this Father’s Day by joining us on Sunday, June 21 for a delicious special menu that features something for everyone. Reservations are required. View the full menu below and start planning a memorable Father’s Day celebration!

To book your reservations, please go to: https://www.opentable.com/r/nolans-restaurant-at-illinois-beach-hotel-zion?corrid=dfc2a9eb-3da4-46bd-b85b-be87e1e0ea4d&avt=eyJ2IjoyLCJtIjowLCJwIjowLCJzIjowLCJuIjowfQ&p=2&sd=2026-04-08T19%3A00%3A00&fbclid=IwY2xjawSD4KFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFuWUc5NXpCN1c5T3Fwa3pKc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHv14UR7HOU5kUgtw2mxoGwAX3Jya225WxW3SJkzdzKBWZTswy-ubyGbQwVLS_aem_BlLU5ZJVwd5uLVkK3KdwHQ&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0cy0uq8t

05/24/2026

Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park has a new beach-hazard flag warning system!
This system will consist of 3 large flagpoles located at our 3 entrances, along wadsworth road, 17th street, and 7th street.
We will also maintain a network of smaller flags located at key locations along the beach.
These flags will allow guests to determine the beach hazard level with just a quick glance.

GREEN indicates low hazard. However, always exercise caution while swimming at the beach.
YELLOW indicates elevated hazard level. Swimming is not recommended, and high levels of caution should be exercised.
RED indicated high beach hazard levels; high waves and dangerous conditions exist. We recommend NO swimming in red flag conditions.

If you have any questions, please contact our Natural Resources Coordinator at: [email protected].

05/19/2026

We are recruiting! 😃
If you have an interest in helping keep the park safe, clean, and beautiful, we want you!
Come experience the grandeur of this unique Illinois ecosystem while making a difference in your community.

05/09/2026

Check out the world's biggest teddy bear, Xonita, Waukegan Municipal Beach! Very cool!

05/07/2026

Officials announced that a new operator has been officially selected, allowing North Point Marina in Winthrop Harbor to reopen after state officials were left scrambling when the prior operator ended its contract.

05/07/2026

Wow! Happy belated birthday to ZFRD!