Public Swimming Hours
Group and Custom Nature Programs
Safety Regulations
Decals and Fees
Rosewood Beach
883 Sheridan Road Through Sep 3 : 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 the 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 Jon Pratscher jpratscher @ pdhp . org
Fitness Programs Lisa Hamilton lhamilton @ pdhp . org
Interpretive Center Programs and Rentals
Jessica Reyes jreyes @ pdhp . org
Public Swimming Hours
Through Aug 19 | Aug 25-26 | Sep 1-3 * 10am-6pm Daily
* Swimming hours for beach are subject to change depending on weather , crowds , and wave conditions .
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 .
2016 Distinguished Building Award
2018 Small Projects Design Award
Group and Custom Nature Programs
Choose a custom designed environmental education or outdoor recreation program to meet your needs or an established program such as geology , geocaching or animal survival . Dates , times and availability vary . For more information , call 847.433.6901 .
68 Park District of Highland Park • 847.831.3810 • pdhp . org
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 may be closed for the remainder of the day .
Safety Regulations
• Climbing on rocks is prohibited
• 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
• Parking restrictions and fees enforced year round