Lakefront Trail

This trail is one unique aspect that separates Chicago from other cities . Great to run and enjoy amazing views of the lake and city .

The most bike friendly city we have been to! The Lakefront Trail was our favorite part of Chicago. If visiting, either bring your own bike to the city , or rent some bikes and explore the Lakefront!

We biked down from Lincoln park to the field museum . The view of the city is sensational from the bike path .

One of the best ways to navigate the city ’s scenic lakefront (and many neighborhoods ) is on a bicycle along the lakefront trail. Read more

Take a walk across the lakefront and bask in the beauty of Lake Michigan. Breathe the fresh air and feel the wind against your face as you head the waves crashing.

Great walk or bike ride along the shores of Lake Michigan, watch people run, sail , picnic . Very energetic place with an awesome vibe! Love it here!

The best view of the entire skyline is from a trail near the aquarium . Go at sunset to see the city in lights

Photographers ! Check out this Documerica photo of Calumet Park in 1973. Take a photo of the area today, share it with our State of the Environment Photo Project, and help us document the changes. Read more

The perfect skater's path. 17 miles of paved awesomeness with epic sights at every turn. Sure, a few rough spots (Mile 11-12 etc) and some crowding, but overall a fantastic workout. 9.99/10

Really nice trail for walking/running, biking . Pretty busy when the weather is nicer. Also goes by a number of nice parks and beaches

I often take this path, don't be surprised if you see me here... And I'll probably try to talk to you. Let's not make it awkward

Amazing views of the city skyline. But be careful, no railing! Have proper running shoes bc the waves from jet skiers do crash against the trail and make it slippery????

Go take a hike . On the lake front trail that is. Just stay to the right so faster moving bikes and people can easily pass. Take a break and sit by the lake .

College Kids: Don't gain the Freshman 15 and take advantage of this gorgeous Lakefront Trail. Walk, run, or bike alone or with friends. Bonus: jump in the water afterwards!

While the beaches close at 11p the lake shore path is open all night to people looking to bike , run, or walk... It's a great place to spend time on a beautiful night!

The best way to see the city skyline. Run, walk or bike along this 18-mile trail along Lake Michigan in the summer, spring, fall and winter (if you can brave those Chicago temperatures).

Take time to slow down and look around you because few people have the privilege to have the view of the Lake and the City in such grandeur. Also, don't be an ass and smoke by runners and bikers .

Make sure to join the scores of people on the miles of trail along Lake Shore Drive to run, walk, bike or roller blade . Make sure to always have your camera ready.

I love this place! It has a great scenic view of Chicago!

Start on the path and run around the Shedd Aquarium , which is one of the city 's most beautiful views , and through the Field Museum . Read more

Park at Montrose and bike along the lakefront past McCormick Place. Best early morning-gets crowded after 10 on weekends.

One of my favorite places in the city . Lots of good scenery (nature and people alike)

Great for running and biking , but be careful on warm summer weekends! It can get crowded .

Great place to exercise and enjoy the view of Chicago's skyline. Rent a Nike and enjoy the stroll.

There's a long pier that stretches well into the lake , near Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary --- bike along the shore and you'll see it.

Run in the mornings before bike commuters flood the trail , but smile at them - it's a place for everyone!

Be careful when crossing the path at Montrose , Wilson and Lawrence. Bikes have the right of way, but a lot of cars don't see it that way!

Sweet place to ride. Wear goggles at night to avoid bugs in the eye.

If your a runner beware of bikers ! Also if the water is rough the waves could come up and knock you over.

Riptide tip: If heading south toward Oak Street, turn around. If north, consider exiting through the underground tunnel . The curve between Division and Oak gets dangerous if high waves wash ashore.

Awesome running trail with beautiful views . Makes exercising not so bad.

Go for a run and get hot. Then jump in the water to instantly cool off (and I do mean instantly).

This paved, 18-mile path along scenic Lake Shore Drive is often packed with joggers, bike commuters and tourists alike. Read more

Beautiful and great art along the way.

The view of Buildings from there is incredible.

Perfect for walking - no bikes near fountain

The best, hottest, and most grueling training runs while enjoying the scenic beauty of the lakefront in the summer.

Amazing route to run or bike . Can get very crowded though

Great for flat and scenic runs, both short and long distances. No traffic lights, but watch out for construction dead ends.

Great views and friendly folks who are exercising - non stop people moving and magnificent water sounds of Lake Michigan here we come!

Good way to see the Chicago skyline. Beautiful in the morning and night.

Lovely scenic trail . Watch out for the constant stream of cyclists

Great place for walking and biking . With the magnificent view

Of course you don't have to worry about being distracted in the winter unless you find snow sexy. lol

Beautiful trail . Stay to the side or you'll get run over by angry bikers !

Great place to walk, run and bicycle! Leave the pooch at home though, someone can get hurt if the two get tangled!

Perfect place to go for a stroll. On a sunny day the view is incredible.

Beautiful on a nice warm day! Great place to relax .

Perfect for running because there are no stop lights and pedestrians crowding the sidewalks.

Grab a rental bike and enjoy the views