North Beach Park

(15 reviews)

0.1 mi

Do you like beautiful, uncrowded beaches? Listening to live music by the water? Cocktails on a…read moresummer evening? Then North Beach Oasis is where you should be this summer. Located on the Lake Michigan coastline just south of the Racine Zoo, the Oasis is, as its name implies, a sandy sanctuary from the real world. Some days I visit with a big bucket of sand toys for the kids in tow, other times- like this afternoon- I stop by solo for a quick break from the daily grind. Paul Curtin and his friendly staff operate a gem of a business. Refreshments are plentiful- both for adults and children- and the price can't be beat. Have a burger while listening to great bands (check the website for the daily lineup) or split a pitcher (or three) of beer with friends. Also consider this place for parties- my son just had his 6th here last week and it went off without a hitch. Simply put, this is one of the best things about Racine. You'll find me here all summer!

I wish I lived on this beach. Drinks, food, a live band, and Lake Michigan just blend together…read morelike a perfect gumbo or cornbread stuffing or some other indescribable goodness! It's not crowded but there are enough people to make it feel like a fun time. Carve out your own area for your friends and family or simply blend in. Either way, you'll be glad you spent a day at this beautiful, relaxing beach. Con: Those bathrooms are gross. I walked up without shoes. HUGE mistake!!!

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Simmons Island Beach

3.8

(12 reviews)

10.4 mi

Pretty relaxing beach to walk along. There aren't that many people and you can really just sit…read moreanywhere to enjoy your time there. The water is nice and blue with beautiful rocks on the sand and little to no trash.

Wow! Kenosha is so lucky to have this gorgeous stretch of beach, beautiful park, lighthouse museum…read moreand the big red beauty of a lighthouse that is photographed by many. When I was in town, my sister and I walked the beach searching for beach glass. Not only was it relaxing, we met several friendly people enjoying the last moments of summer. Always clean and cared for, Simmons Island is a destination for locals and visitors alike. They have built a great little play area for kids and have recently added extra parking. I love Kenosha's lakefront and only wish I had appreciated it more as a kid growing up here. Now that I live in Chicago, we share the same Great Lake. But Kenosha's beach and park are so much more accessible. I visit Simmons Island every time I'm in Kenosha no matter the season.

Kayaks and beach chair rentals

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Minooka Park

(31 reviews)

27.1 mi

While this was a spacious park, I don't think it's worth the daily pass fee of $7. There is a good…read moreamount of parking available and a small pond for people/dogs to play in. Checked out some of the trails but they weren't too well maintained. We primarily stopped by for a beer garden and car show. If you don't pay the fee beforehand online, you'll receive something in the mail about a month later. Surprised they charge this much considering they don't put more into their park. I'd rather check out a different free park in the area, like Whitnall.

I've been here before over the years for the trails and dog parks. You need a day or year pass for…read moreparking. The year pass is worth it if you would visit more than 6 times/visit any of the other Waukesha Parks. I went this past visit with my pup to paddle board- I personally wouldn't go again for this since it really is a pond and the water is a bit stinky and quite yucky! If we would have fallen in the water I would have been so upset so we only did one lap and then I let him play some water fetch. I do love the expanse of trails however and it looks like they have a beer garden set up as well. I'll come back just not for the water portion here

Dog beach & swimming area.

Dog exercise area.

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Dog beach & swimming area.

Southport Park And Beach

5.0

(2 reviews)

12.4 mi

Beautiful walking path along Lake Michigan. Walk a bit south and you get access to the Kenosha Sand…read moreDunes and you can actually get down to the water. The path in the park is fully paved. Lots of benches and picnic tables. The area near the sand dunes isn't paved. More of a "hike". The breeze coming off Lake Michigan helped keep me cool on a warm July day. Not a lot of shade.

Beautiful simple beach front. Walk around and feel nature and watch the water. The town itself has…read morea very nice feel but we were there during the pandemic so nothing was open but it was a nice see and we will be back when the pandemic is over.

Lake Michigan. Along Kenosha Dunes Trail.

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Grant Park

4.6

(34 reviews)

12.8 mi

On this amazingly beautiful May day, I took the grands to Grant Park beach. Love this spacious…read morepark, but the long road in is so full of potholes I nearly lose my fillings when I choose to go that way. "Jump into the hole," I said.

Honestly, if I could give this place 10 stars, I would…read more This park is, in my opinion, the BEST park in the Milwaukee County Park system. It is absolutely enormous, there are multiple tennis courts, picnic areas, bridges (hence the alternate name "7 Bridges", trails, and much more. I remember first learning about this park while I was still in high school and running cross country races. This was our 4 race of the year, and the first where our race times dramatically dropped every season. Naturally, I grew very fond of this place. I have continued to visit and explore every inch of ground in the years since. Once again, 10/10 SUPPORT OUR LOCAL PARKS! pls

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Bender Park

4.5

(16 reviews)

9.7 mi

Bender Park: Located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Oak Creek, this park offers some lovely…read moreviews of the lake and scenic trails. While it is a nice park, I prefer Lake Vista Park, which is located directly next door to the north. If I visit Bender Park in the evening, I've noted on multiple visits that certain drivers tend to speed recklessly through the parking lot. The other plus to Lake Vista is it does have a playground for kids, while Bender does not. Only other complaint is that the WE Energies plant to the south is a bit of an eyesore in an otherwise scenic location.

Great Park, there is cool beach, two brand new shelters and rocks with sparkles on them. Super cool…read moreplace with fantastic view of the Oak Creek Power plant.

Rooms for resting, commerce, and other nonsense?

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Cypress Resort and Marina

(21 reviews)

27.7 mi

Amanda and her staff are wonderful; they do everything possible to ensure every visit is pleasant…read moreand seamless. I suppose you can tell how highly we recommend this place--we have already booked our return trip for next year!

Greatest place overlooking the water with its own private beach! It has everything from camp fires…read morewith the family to boat rentals for a day on the water. Well kept beach with a massage tent for relaxation! Only 50 minutes from Chicago - this place is a hidden gem!

#1 Old Lake House - Master Bedroom

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#4 Adorable Lake Cottage - Porch

Atwater Park

4.6

(52 reviews)

24.6 mi

Just a nice park at end of Capital Drive with steps or ramp for going to Lake Michigan beach,…read moreplayground, and an impressive sculpture.

In my opinion, this is the best beach in Milwaukee. It's always extremely clean, well maintained,…read moreand best of all - it is insanely beautiful with scenic views. The water here is clean and fit for swimming, and tgere is usually always a lifeguard in the summer which is great! You can get down to the beach by either using the stairs or the trails to the side. The only negative part about this park is that it is currently undergoing construction which limits parking. Other than that, it is a place I would highly recommend everyone to visit in Milwaukee.

Early Full "Blood" Moon over Lake Michigan

Atwater Beach

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Virmond Park

(8 reviews)

33.2 mi

Stopped by to get some steps in. Trail was well maintained. There were some muddy spots with all…read morethe rain we've had. Came later in the afternoon, 7pm ish so it was pretty quiet. Got to hike around the perimeter of the park and walk down the steps to the beach. It looks intimidating but it's actually a nice walk down and back up.

Nice park nestled on lakefront near Mequon road. Short walk, and stairs to shore (we didn't do it…read morethis time). Beautiful playground for kids. Came for a walk with the dog and baby, and will certainly will be back!

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Pennoyer Park

4.0

(3 reviews)

9.4 mi

Pennoyer Park is a gorgeous stretch of user friendly beachfront and park with a bandshell. It is…read moreflat, near the tennis courts and has ample parking. I love hanging out there for a bit with my sister when I am in town. We usually sit and reminisce. There are always a ton of birds so you can take beautiful photos. There are no snack outlets nearby but the summer is filled with fun activities in the park area. If you are lucky enough to catch a concert, food and beer, it's a bonus! Otherwise, Pennoyer Park and Beach offer a great place to visit during all seasons, whether an event is happening or not.

Decent Spot to unwind for a while n watch the sea gulls flying.Not a great spot for games as there…read moreis not lot of sand and too many small sharp stones. Waves are not rough so swimming can be done but dint notice any life guards either.Parking and restrooms available.2-3 restaurants which are walkable.

Lou Rugani with the Kenosha Pops at Pennoyer Park.

Rocky beach along the shore

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Beachside Oasis

(15 reviews)

0.1 mi

Do you like beautiful, uncrowded beaches? Listening to live music by the water? Cocktails on a…read moresummer evening? Then North Beach Oasis is where you should be this summer. Located on the Lake Michigan coastline just south of the Racine Zoo, the Oasis is, as its name implies, a sandy sanctuary from the real world. Some days I visit with a big bucket of sand toys for the kids in tow, other times- like this afternoon- I stop by solo for a quick break from the daily grind. Paul Curtin and his friendly staff operate a gem of a business. Refreshments are plentiful- both for adults and children- and the price can't be beat. Have a burger while listening to great bands (check the website for the daily lineup) or split a pitcher (or three) of beer with friends. Also consider this place for parties- my son just had his 6th here last week and it went off without a hitch. Simply put, this is one of the best things about Racine. You'll find me here all summer!

I wish I lived on this beach. Drinks, food, a live band, and Lake Michigan just blend together…read morelike a perfect gumbo or cornbread stuffing or some other indescribable goodness! It's not crowded but there are enough people to make it feel like a fun time. Carve out your own area for your friends and family or simply blend in. Either way, you'll be glad you spent a day at this beautiful, relaxing beach. Con: Those bathrooms are gross. I walked up without shoes. HUGE mistake!!!

Live music

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Seven Bridges

4.6

(73 reviews)

13.1 mi

Such a quality local park (recommend to me by a local, after all)…read more Seven Bridges has nice, walkable trails and some stairs, great for easy hiking/walks in a pleasant part of South Milwaukee. Venture in maybe three minutes and you can pick up the path that hugs the waterfront from an elevation, offering stunning views of Lake Michigan. You can also venture down to the shore itself, there are a few steep dirt paths that will take you all the way down. Definitely a great spot for being in nature when the weather agrees!

Beautiful park that has a path that leads straight out to Lake Michigan. This trail made it feel…read morelike I was back home in Colorado and gives someone who's homesick a little sense of peace and comfort. Highly recommend in fall! PSA: Be aware of ticks!!

On any given Sunday

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Spring Lake Marina

(75 reviews)

26.6 mi

Our first visit. Staff are very acknowledgeable, but we waited to have our order for at least 15…read moremins. Server was distracted. Food is good but price is high of how much amount they serve. I wanted to have half bacon & sausage, server says they don't do it. I was hesitant to leave, then the fire alarm went off. It was very loud. Apparently the chef burnt something in the kitchen. Place is clean & it looks like it just got remodeled. Beautiful water view. Am I coming back maybe. But if I have to wait that long to order my food. NO THANK YOU!

They have an amazing brisket sandwich that you can get on gluten-free sourdough bread. The…read moresourdough bread is the best gluten free bread I have ever had. I have had gluten free bread that tastes almost like regular bread, but it is never as moist as regular bread. Their sourdough tastes every bit as good as regular sourdough. They even sell the individual loaves. The service has been excellent every time I have been there. The sourdough bread and the brisket will keep me coming back.

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Swing Time

(12 reviews)

37.3 mi

Swing Time is one of those spots that keeps me coming back. They have a very fair driving range…read morewith a great deal where you get a free bucket after 10 visits, plus batting cages with a variety of speeds and a fun mini putt setup. It is a great place for all ages whether you are working on your game or just hanging out. What really makes this place stand out is the staff. Every visit feels welcoming and they make the experience memorable. Special shoutout to McKenzie. She is the best. Always friendly and brings great energy every time I am there.

I've been wanting to check this place out for a long time since I saw it featured on Twin Tour…read moreGolf. Wow, those videos do not do this place the justice it deserves! It's built kinda into a hillside, making for some beautiful and tricky holes. However, it's really unfortunate that it makes it ADA inaccessible. I struggled a lot with the stairs and steeper hills due to a knee injury I have, so that was a smaller bummer. Nonetheless, my friends and I had a great time and would love to come back to try again!

Suppose to be a hole on a putting green.

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Spray 'N Play

(18 reviews)

40.6 mi

For toddler aged children, this splash pad was a dream! Everything was low to the ground and able…read moreto be reached, there were lots of buckets for transfer play, and plenty of areas with lighter splashing water. My son (almost 2yo) had so, so, so much fun for about 3 hours! He came home absolutely exhausted- a mom's dream for a good nap! It was $4 admission per person, which I found totally cheap! They have plenty of picnic tables to eat, as well as areas to park strollers and lunch bags. There was also lots of seating available if you wanted to sit and watch your toddler play (especially helpful if you're pregnant and need a little break from standing!). The bathrooms were small, but clean. Honestly, all of the essentials were available and it truly made for a great morning!

What a cute place for kids to play! Perfect for toddlers or younger kids. Great on a sunny hot dayread more

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Glacier Hills Park

5.0

(3 reviews)

43.7 mi

For something to get out us out of the house this last year, my wife and I seek out new trails…read moreevery chance we get. Seeking most options in Washington, Ozaukee and Waukesha Counties. Glacier Hills is one of the best. The simply fact that with the hilly nature makes it very scenic and just the right amount of challenge. The trail coming into Friess Lake is pretty special. We will be back for sure.

This park is the best. Every time I go here I meet a cool doe. And it's got some amazing foraging…read more I don't usually eat mushrooms (not in love with the texture), but if done right, they're pretty good.