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Forest Park Beach
Public beach · Lake Forest, Illinois
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 45186, as of Aug 22, 8:00 AM UTC
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Live data from NOAA buoy 45186 (8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 8:00 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Forest Park Beach?
- Forest Park Beach is a public beach in Lake Forest, Illinois.
- What is the water temperature at Forest Park Beach?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Forest Park Beach in Lake Forest, Illinois is 74°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45186, 8 miles away.
- Can you swim at Forest Park Beach?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Forest Park Beach rated?
- Forest Park Beach in Lake Forest, Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on 223 reviews.
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- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
Location & Contact
801 Lake Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
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