About This Spot
Lake Michigan / Illinois Beach State Park, Illinois (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Illinois (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N winds, peaking from March to November, Lake Michigan / Illinois Beach State Park, Illinois (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Almost all the time the wind blows every day in the spring and fall about 10-25 knots gusty but ok to ride. The place to be on a North wind if you want the cleanest wind other than Montrose.
When to Go
Mostly sunny with little rain. Very warm in the summer but cold in spring and fall.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. Small waves with stronger winds.
Wind & Conditions
N
Best wind direction
Almost all the time the wind blows every day in the spring and fall about 10-25 knots gusty but ok to ride. The place to be on a North wind if you want the cleanest wind other than Montrose.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. Small waves with stronger winds.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍No information to the beach
It is beach park in the middle of Waukegan and Zion. Lots of access roads. Choose an excess with less people around, specially during summer.
Location
Lake Michigan / Illinois Beach State Park, Illinois (USA)
42.4606°N, -87.7996°E
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