Harbour

Chicago Park District 59th St Harbor

Chicago, United StatesGreat Lakes
Type
Harbour

Chicago Park District harbour in Jackson Park on the south side of the city, on Lake Michigan.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Entered from Lake Michigan along the south lakefront, off Lake Shore Drive at 59th Street. One of the smaller Chicago harbours, set in lagoons dating from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. Operated by Westrec Marinas.

Practical

Berths for about 125 boats from 25 to 35 feet. Transient docking by reservation from 15 May. Free waste pump-out on site. No fuel berth here.

Ashore

Museum of Science and Industry within a short walk of the harbour. 63rd Street Beach close by along the lakefront.

Key facts

Type
Harbour
Coordinates
41.78774, -87.57948 (41°47.26'N 87°34.77'W)
Town
Chicago
Country
United States
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Chicago Park District 59th St Harbor lies at 41°47.26'N 87°34.77'W, that is 41.78774, -87.57948 in decimal degrees.

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