Rosewood
Beach
883 Sheridan Road
Before May 28: 847.432.4790
May 28-Sep 5: 847.433.3170
Rosewood Beach is located along the shores of Lake
Michigan. The beach features three protected coves
including a passive beach area used for ecological/nature
programs, a guarded swimming beach (during the summer),
and a recreation beach. Nestled against Rosewood’s
wooded bluffs is one-of-a-kind Rosewood Beach Interpretive
Center, which celebrates our great Lake Michigan and its
shoreline. The beach areas and buildings are connected by a
boardwalk that runs the length of Rosewood Beach.
Staff
Manager
Nick Meo
[email protected]
Assistant Manager
Julie Rivi
[email protected]
Interpretive Center
Programs and Rentals
Jeff Smith
[email protected]
Public Swimming Hours
Jun 11-Aug 21, Aug 27-28, Sep 3-5
*10am-6pm Daily
*Swimming hours for beach are subject to change depending
on weather, crowds, and wave conditions.
Rosewood Swimming Beach will be closed for the season
beginning Sep 5.
Certified lifeguards supervise the beach during the
public swimming hours, regardless of weather conditions.
A sign is posted that indicates when lifeguards are not on
duty.
Inclement Weather Policy
Rosewood Beach operating hours are subject to prevailing
weather conditions, including electrical storms, wave
conditions, and heavy rains. If lightning and/or thunder is
seen/heard, the water and beach will be cleared and not
re-open until 30 minutes pass without lightning and/or
thunder. If inclement weather continues for a period longer
than three hours, the beach will be closed for the remainder
of the day.
Safety Regulations
• Climbing on rocks is prohibited.
Water Quality
Wonder if the beach is open or closed? Get the latest news
and information on water quality in the Lakefront Swimming
section at pdhp.org. Rosewood, Moraine and Park Avenue
beaches are tested on a daily basis for bacteria levels by the
Lake County Department of Health. The tests are reviewed, and
the Department of Health recommends whether the beaches
should be open or closed. For the health and safety of our
patrons, the Park District follows the recommendations made
by the Lake County Department of Health.
• Flotation devices are prohibited in the water
• Glass containers are prohibited
• Swim only during public swimming hours and in
designated areas
• Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult
• Diving from the shoreline or rocks is prohibited
• Please dispose of all litter in the receptacles provided
• No dogs allowed on beach or boardwalk
The one-of-a-kind Rosewood Beach Interpretive Center celebrates our great Lake Michigan and its shoreline. The center hosts
a variety of ecological and nature programs for day camps, local schools, and the general public. Casual visitors can also enjoy
interpretive signage throughout the site illustrating Rosewood’s restoration efforts in progress and the fascinating lakefront
ecological system.
Rosewood Interpretive Center is open until Sep 5 on Saturdays & Sundays from 10am to 6pm.
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