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Lakefront/Gillson Park
North Entrance
Lake Ave & Michigan Ave
South Entrance
Sheridan Rd & Michigan Ave
Langdon Beach
Chestnut Ave & Sheridan Rd
(closed due to beach erosion)
POINT OF CONTACT
Megan White
Lakefront Operations Supervisor
PHONE NO.
POINT OF CONTACT
Niki Koclanes
Lakefront Program Supervisor
PHONE NO.
POINT OF CONTACT
Ben Wozney
Lakefront General Manager
PHONE NO.
Welcome to Gillson Park
Summer 2023 at the Lakefront
Registration is underway for fun programs and events at Gillson Park and Beach!
Gillson Park offers 60 acres of beautiful lakefront property ideal for picnics, bicycling, volleyball, soccer, tennis, and many other outdoor activities. In Gillson, you’ll find:
- Gillson Swimming Beach
- Picnic Areas and Pavilion
- Sailboat Rentals
- Lighted Tennis Courts
- Fitness Course
- Tot Lot
- Kayak, SUP & Sailboat rentals
- Dog Beach
- Lakeview Center
- Wallace Bowl
- Seasonal Lighted Ice Rink
- Kayak/SUP Launch Area
- Wallace Bowl - Outdoor Amphitheater
What's New
Year-Round Beach Cleanup at Gillson
STARTING MAY 30, GIVE BACK TO YOUR BEACH! Pick up a sand sifter at the Beach House and help clean Gillson Beach. Grab a bag to fill with microplastics, garbage or any pollutants and turn it back in for a free frozen treat! Bags are available at the Beach House in summer, and the Lakeview Center in the offseason.
Purchase 2023 Beach and Lakefront Parking Passes now!
- Gillson Swimming Beach is open for the summer! Regular season pass fees apply.
Explore Gillson Park
Summer Programs
From family camp-outs on the beach to moonlight kayak tours, check out all we have planned at the lakefront, and sign up!
Visitor Information
Get all the general information for Gillson Beach and Park.
Beach and Parking Passes
2023 Season Passes are for sale! View your options and plan your summer fun!
Lakeview Center
The Lakeview Center in Gillson Park (re-opening in June) offers programs, rental space, public restrooms and more.
Beach House and Restaurant
Get all the info on Gillson Swimming Beach and the Fat Shallot, our elevated beachside food stand!
Gillson Dog Beach
Your furry friend will have blast at our Dog Beach! Permits required – learn all the details here
Sailing Beach, Vessel Rentals & Trail-In Permits
Our Sailing Beach offers a variety of services, from rentals and permits to vessel storage. Learn all the details.
Reserve a Picnic Area
We have several picnic areas throughout Gillson Park – the perfect place for an outdoor gathering!
Park Map
Hours
Accessing Gillson Park
Swimming Beach Hours
May 27 to September 4
9 am-8 pm
Swimming is strictly prohibited after Labor Day
Gates
Gillson Park North and South Vehicle Entry Gates:
6 am-8 pm
Note: after 8 pm, vehicles may exit the park via the Washington Ave. exit only. Vehicles left in the park after 10:30 will be ticketed.
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