Waukegan Beach

Stretching for 1-mile along the northwestern coast of Lake Michigan is this popular hangout spot for swimmers, boaters, anglers, or simply anyone looking to spend a day out in the sun. Because this area gets quite a bit of wind, it is also a great place for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Even if you are not an outdoor enthusiast, you can still enjoy the many facilities and activities that happen here during the summer. There is generally always something happening, as the shores become alive with different festivals, pop-up food trucks, live music, and even sailboat races.