Lakefront Conditions (recorded information): 847-256-0333
Beach House: 847-256-9660
Beach Hours Daily: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (or as daylight permits)
Lakeview Center in Gillson Park: 847-256-9656
Lakeview Center Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Gillson Park Lakefront Parking Information

General Parking Areas

The upper road located between the south park entrance and the Washington Street exit is open for parking to all automobiles—resident and non-resident.

Overlook Drive Parking Area

Cars displaying a 2010 Village of Wilmette vehicle sticker, or a 2010 Lakefront Parking decal, may park on the Overlook Drive area, which is located closest to the lake within the confines of Gillson Park. All other cars are subject to ticketing by the Wilmette Police Department.

Beach Parking Lot

The parking lot adjacent to the swimming and sailing beach is reserved for cars displaying a 2010 Lakefront Parking decal or Daily Parking Permit which is available Monday through Friday for $8 between the hours of 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Limited Daily Parking Permits are also available on weekends for $10. Cars without parking decals or permits are subject to ticketing by the Wilmette Police Department.

Gillson Park Lakefront Parking Decals

Wilmette Park District 2010 Lakefront Parking decals are color-coded to designate Resident and Non-Resident users. Resident Lakefront Parking decals can only be used on vehicles displaying a Village of Wilmette sticker. Residents with leased or company vehicles should inquire about proper procedures when purchasing a Lakefront Parking decal. Note: Lakefront Parking decals must be permanently affixed to the lower driver’s side front windshield. Tickets will be issued by the Wilmette Police Department for those who fail to display the decal properly. The 2010 Lakefront Parking decals expire March 31, 2011.