Chicago, IL · Lake Michigan
Burnham Harbor
Largest harbor in the Chicago Harbors system on Museum Campus. Official harbor page lists fuel dock, complimentary pump-out, laundry, harbor store, transient dockage, and a multi-lane launch ramp.
Official website
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(312) 747-7009Destination
Chicago, ILAmenities
Only amenities stated on Chicago Harbors — Burnham are listed here. Anything the source does not state is marked unknown rather than guessed.
| Amenity | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Seasonal slips or moorings | Available | — |
| Fuel | Available | Fuel dock with gas and diesel (per harbor page) |
| Pump-out | Available | Complimentary pump-out (per harbor page) |
| Laundry | Available | — |
| Harbor store | Available | — |
| Transient dockage | Available | — |
| Boat launch ramp | Available | 3-lane launch ramp (per harbor page) |
| Power and water at slips | Available | Slips have power and water (per harbor page) |
How this harbor fits the destination
Chicago’s lakefront harbors are the hub of recreational boating on southern Lake Michigan — skyline cruises, Playpen weekends, and a full season of park-district slips and launches.
For fees, seasonal dockage, and amenity lists that can change, use the official marina link above. For trip planning around this harbor, start with boating in Chicago, check local marine weather, and browse public launches if you are trailering in.
Slip rates, fees, and hours
We do not reprint pricing, season dates, or operating hours — those change and go stale fast. Use the marina's official page and phone number above for anything you are booking or budgeting around.
Other marinas at this destination
Belmont Harbor
Chicago Park District harbor in Lincoln Park — one of the larger basins in the Chicago Harbors system, with slips, mooring cans, and star docks described on the official harbors site.
Monroe Harbor
Iconic downtown Chicago Harbor known for mooring cans and skyline views at the foot of the city, operated within the Chicago Harbors / Park District system.
DuSable Harbor
Downtown Chicago harbor at the foot of Randolph Street with slips close to the Loop, part of the Chicago Harbors system.
Montrose Harbor
North lakefront Chicago Harbor near Montrose Beach in Lincoln Park, with northern skyline views described on the official harbors site.
31st Street Harbor
Newer Chicago Harbors facility on the south lakefront with slips described on the official harbors site as including metered electric, seasonal water, and internet access.
Public launches nearby
Source
Chicago Harbors — Burnham · verified Aug 25, 2026
Verified from official sources; operational details change — always confirm with the linked source.