Decals and Fees
Rosewood
Beach
883 Sheridan Road
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
Interpretive Center
Programs and Rentals
Jessica Reyes
[email protected]
Rosewood Beach
Operations
Kari Acevedo
[email protected]
2016 Distinguished
Building Award
Fitness Programs
Jodi DiTomasso
[email protected]
Rosewood Beach
Operations
Jenna Mastrolonardo
[email protected]
Public Swimming Hours
Regular Swimming Season: Runs through August 16
Post Season Swimming: Weekends and Labor Day only from
August 17 – September 7.
Beach Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Guarded Swimming Hours: Daily 10 am – 6 pm
Lap Swimming: 7 am-10 am in the swimming cove only. Water
access during these times is for lap swimming only.
Recreational Water Access and Swimming: 10 am – 6 pm
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 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
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.
Rosewood Beach
Interpretive Center
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.
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