The Best Kenosha Beaches For Year-Round Fun

One of the most appealing things about the city of Kenosha, WI is its proximity to Lake Michigan, the second largest of the Great Lakes. Any time of year, beautiful views of the lake can be taken in from the city’s public beaches. In the warmer months, Kenosha beaches are a great place for swimming, picnicking, and boating. Here is our list of the best beaches in and around Kenosha that you can enjoy all year long.

Simmons Island Beach

This large beach and park located at 5001 4th Avenue is a great place to relax on the sand or take a swim during the summer months. The beach volleyball courts are a popular spot if you are up for a little friendly competition. But people like this beach year-round for its views of the Kenosha North Pier Lighthouse and for the boardwalk that stretches from the parking lot most of the way to the lighthouse pier. A playground for the kids at the north end of the park makes it a fun spot for the whole family.

Eichelman Park Beach

This 11-acre park has a nice stretch of beach as well as a walking trail, bike path, and a playground. The park’s close proximity to the shops and restaurants of downtown Kenosha make it a great place to take a stroll. Plenty of picnic tables and benches are available for you to relax and take in the views of the lake.

Southport Beach

This is a great beach to visit if you want good views of the lake. Sit and relax, take a stroll along the shore or enjoy a meal at one of the picnic pavilions. Southport Beach House, the historic art deco event venue here, is a popular spot for weddings and private parties.

Pennoyer Park Beach

Pennoyer Park Beach is a popular spot for fishing from the shore. However, the strong, swirling currents make it one of the more dangerous swimming spots. The park also features a great walking path and bike trail, perfect for solo and group excursions. The Sesquicentennial Bandshell, located near 7th Avenue, offers live outdoor performances in the summer.

Carol Beach

In Pleasant Prairie, just south of Kenosha, Carol Beach is a quiet place to bring the whole family and enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan. This pet-friendly beach is a perfect place for picnicking, swimming, canoeing, and kayaking in the summer. In the fall and winter, you can enjoy the placid views of the lake from the shore.

Lake Andrea

Although Lake Michigan is the main attraction in the Kenosha area, locals love Lake Andrea in Pleasant Prairie for its warm water and excellent fishing opportunities. It is also a popular spot for boating, with a public boat launch and boat rentals available. This spring-fed lake is located in Prairie Springs Park, which features beach volleyball, picnic areas, and a sandy beach.

Silver Lake Park

Another spot off of Lake Michigan, Silver Lake Park has one of the most popular beaches in Kenosha County. Not only is the sandy beach a perfect place to bring the whole family in the summer, but there is also an 18-hole disc golf course as well as a playground and picnic area. If you are into winter sports, the extensive network of hiking, biking, and ski trails is open year-round, and there is even a sledding hill.

If you love life on the lake, Kenosha is a great place to be. Just a short drive from Racine, Milwaukee, and Chicago, the many picturesque beaches within the city and in the surrounding county make Kenosha popular with tourists and cherished by locals.

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