Sunrise Beach

Sunrise Park and Beach Survey
The Advisory Committee for Sunrise Park and Beach conducted a community survey to gain perspective on potential improvements to the park and beach.

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Sunrise Park and Beach

Lake Bluff Sunrise Beach is a peaceful spot to spend a summer afternoon.
Lifeguards are on duty to insure a safe and fun experience for people of all ages.

Beach Amenities
Two guarded swimming beaches (see beach hours)
Play equipment
Two shelters with fireplaces– View Beach Shelter Page
Charcoal grills
Restroom facilities
Complimentary games
Complimentary beach chairs
Kayak rental
Single and double kayaks are available for rent. Children under 12 years of age must have a parent present in the kayak. All kayakers must have a waiver form on file and those under 18 years must have on file a waiver signed by his or her parent.

Sunrise Beach Hours
Lifeguards and monitors will be on duty Saturday, June 4 through Sunday, August 13 during the following hours. Exact dates and times dependent upon availability of staff.

Weekdays:	9:00 am–7:00 pm
Weekends:	8:00 am–7:00 pm
Beach Closes at 10:00 pm

Swimming is prohibited when lifeguards are not on duty. Guards will be on duty to collect fees, check beach passes and check dog beach tags. Please hold on to your receipt for possible spot checks during the day.

Beach Passes and Fees
Entry to the Beach requires that you show your pass to the lifeguards who are present at the beach entrance. The use of the beach is free to Park District Residents. Up to three beach passes will be given to all residents residing together at one address. Only one beach pass is necessary to admit everyone in the household. Additional beach passes will cost $20 each. Non-Residents will be assessed a fee for the use of the beach. A beach pass does not require a photo, please complete the Registration Form. Proof of residency is required. Your beach pass will be mailed to you.
Non-Resident daily use entry fee is $10 per person.

Beach Shelters
Shelters are located at the north and south ends of the beach. The shelters have fireplaces and picnic tables. Shelters are closed Monday–Thursday and Sunday at 10:00 pm, and until midnight on Friday and Saturday. There is an outdoor grill adjacent to the North and South Beach shelters. Bring your own charcoal. To reserve a Beach Shelter, complete the Reservation Form. To learn more about beach shelter reservations and procedures Click Here.

Important Beach Regulations

Beaches are closed at 10:00 pm. Anyone wishing to use the beach after closing may do so by obtaining a permit at the Park District office.
Parking east of Moffett Rd. is prohibited after 9:00 pm. Any planned beach activity beyond the 9:00 pm parking restriction will require a special parking permit that may be obtained at the Park District office.
The Village of Lake Bluff police department maintains a regular patrol of the beach and enforces all Park District ordinances. In addition, a security patrol is on duty from 7:00 pm until after the beach closes. The patrol monitors the beach to ensure that our beach facility remains safe and pleasant for the entire community.
Swimming is allowed only in the supervised swimming areas as posted at the beach.
Beaches will be closed whenever water is considered unsafe by the Health Department or lifeguards.
Inflatable rafts or similar devices are not allowed unless life preservers are worn and used only in the supervised swimming area.
Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by an individual 16 years or older.
Lake Bluff Park District resident dog owners must complete the Dog Responsibility Contract on the beach pass Registration Form and have a Lake Bluff Park District Beach Dog Tag secured to the dog's collar.
No motorized boat is allowed to be operated within 100 feet of the South beach.

Visit the Beach Shelter Page