The weather has been great the past few weeks. It’s that time of year again where a trip or two to the beach might just be possible.

Kira at Cosmo Polite provides some great information about city beaches that are up and running for the 2009 season. She distinguishes “regular” beaches from city beaches, which are artificial beaches next to a lake or pond often with any number of bar or restaurants to serve the sun worshippers.

Most importantly, the link provides a Google map with all locations conveniently marked. Don’t forget your sunscreen!