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North Beach
Located: 100 kewaunee Street Park Hours: 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Lifeguard Hours: 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Beachside Oasis: 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Swimming Status: End of season
Water Temp: °F
Amenities: North Beach offers beautiful views year round and offers a number of recreational activities to enjoy for the entire family. During the warmer months, activities include swimming, biking, picnicking, and beach volleyball. While warmer months allow for a variety of recreational activities, the beach is perfect for running/walking, biking, and photography any time of year. -
Zoo Beach
Located: Directly north of North Beach Park Hours: 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Lifeguard Hours: No Lifeguards on duty
Swimming Status: End of season
Water Temp: °F
Amenities: Located directly north of North Beach and adjacent to the Racine County Zoo, the beach, informally called “Zoo Beach”, is a lakeshore beach, meaning the views are just as amazing as those offered at North Beach, but in a more passive setting. Our lakeshore beaches have limited recreational activity, with focus on enjoying the natural environment surrounding the lakeshore. Zoo Beach is perfect for swimming (unguarded) reading, or collecting beach glass. -
CITY OF RACINE BEACHES ARE OPEN FOR USE.
Samuel Myers Park
Located: Corner of 11th Street & Pershing Park Park Hours: 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Lifeguard Hours: No Lifeguards on duty
Amenities: Samuel Myers Park is one of
our lakeshore parks offering the tranquility and serene environment to become
one with nature, while allowing a limited number of recreational
activities. A non-motorized vehicle
launch enables canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards to be carried in. It is our only swimming beach that is not
tested and not guarded. Passive
activities such as bird watching are popular activities at this beautiful beach
with gazebo and scenic overlook. -
