Construction Started at Glencoe Beach

Construction is officially underway at Glencoe Beach! Work started Tuesday, September 8, and the beach is now closed while construction continues.

Last Chance to Visit Glencoe Beach This Season!

Join us for the final weekend of beach season! Lifeguards will be on duty Labor Day weekend, including Monday, September 7, weather permitting. After Labor Day, Glencoe Beach will be closed to all visitors for a major renovation.

Lakefront Park Task Force Application

Join our new Task Force to study parking in the area surrounding Lakefront Park. We are now accepting applicants!

Introducing the Glencoe Beach Nature Passport

Our new Nature Passport is a hands-on guide for young explorers, packed with fun activities about the plants, animals, and shoreline that make Glencoe Beach special.

Everything You Need to Know About Glencoe Beach This Summer

Get ready for another great summer at Glencoe Beach! We're back with updates to make your beach days better than ever.

Improvements to Traffic Flow, Parking Management, and Pedestrian Safety in the Glencoe Beach and Lakefront Park Area

We are planning a series of coordinated changes to improve traffic flow, parking management, and pedestrian safety in the Glencoe Beach and Lakefront Park area ahead of the upcoming beach season, effective May 23.

Join us at Community Visioning Meetings for Glencoe Beach

Big things are on the horizon for Glencoe Beach, and we need your input!

Bluff Restoration in Progress

Restoration efforts are currently underway on the bluff at Lakefront Park.

Phase 2 of the Lakefront Park Bluff Stabilization and Ramp Improvements to Begin

Construction for the second phase of the bluff stabilization and access road improvements will begin on Monday, September 11.

August Lifeguard Info & Beach Hours

August Lifeguard Info & Beach Hours

Lakefront Park Playground and Tennis Courts Now Open

Our brand-new Lakefront Park playground is now open!

Construction Projects Start April 3

Monday marks the kick-off of several major projects, including the Retaining Wall and Ramp Repairs at Glencoe Beach, Lakefront Park Tennis and Playground renovation, and Watts Center renovation.

Bluff Stabilization and Ramp Repairs

With help from the State of Illinois Boat Access Area Development (BAAD) and Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) grants, the Village of Glencoe and the Glencoe Park District will embark on a comprehensive improvement project to repair the ramp and improve bluff stabilization measures.

Designs for Lakefront Park Renovation Approved

At the July 19, 2022 Park Board meeting, Commissioners approved design options for the Lakefront Park Racquet Courts and Playground renovation.

New Pier Coming Soon

The Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners has approved repairs to the pier at Glencoe Beach. The pier will be closed until Memorial Day weekend while work takes place.

Lakefront Park Community Meeting Recap

Watch the Lakefront Park Community meeting and share your feedback in the link.

Community Meeting for Lakefront Park

The Board would like to invite the community to share ideas about the park at the Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Community Meeting on the Lakefront Park Courts and Playground held at the Takiff Center at 7 p.m.

Be Part of the Lakefront Park Design

Seeking Community Feedback

Be Part of the Lakefront Park Design Process

The Glencoe Park District is making plans to renovate the tennis courts at Lakefront Park and would like your feedback!

Staircase Repair

The staircase leading to the Perlman Boating Beach is scheduled for replacement starting in April.

South Overlook Update

We’re pleased to announce that the Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners has begun repairs to the South Overlook (the Hazel Avenue overlook at Lakefront Park).

Summer Projects at the Beach

South Overlook, boat house stairs and beach improvements to be done over the summer.

Schuman Overlook Repairs

The Glencoe Park District Board of Commissioners approved the commencement of repairs to the Schuman Overlook (the Park Avenue overlook at Lakefront Park).