Nic T.
7/21/2025
Always love going to this beach for a relaxing moment in a stressful day. Great place to take kids to play at the beach as well. Nice and clean.
Gillson Park
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Overlook Dr
Wilmette, IL 60091
Gillson Park in Wilmette, IL, offers a diverse range of recreational programs and facilities for the community, including summer camps, arts, sports, and fitness classes. The park is committed to enhancing outdoor experiences with amenities such as beaches, picnic areas, and various athletic courts.
In addition to promoting health and wellness through general recreation and specialized activities, Gillson Park hosts seasonal events like the Sounds of Summer concerts and community workdays. The park district emphasizes sustainability and inclusivity, fostering a welcoming environment for all visitors.
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Sydney B.
8/13/2024
I love this beach so much! It's beautiful and clean, but just recently, they fenced up a few parts of the beach and now require payment for residents and non-residents AND when you leave one part...
April D.
4/10/2025
No parking, everything is extra $$. The employees and residents are snarky and rude if you don't "look" like you live around there. Used to be a nice free clean beach but now full of stuck up...
Steve A.
5/15/2022
A park and a beach is along the lake. Gillson Park is the best thing about Wilmette, and beats any of those overcrowded ones farther south. If you want to actually be able to walk on a beach and...
Mopsie B.
5/14/2024
The Wilmette Park District has ruined this beautiful place. The entire beach, for the entire summer, will have an admission fee now. Additionally, thru have put up fencing that makes it look like...
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