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View of the Chicago River

View of the Chicago River

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View of the Chicago River

Recommended by 84 hikers out of 85

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Location: Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States

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2. Clark/Lake to Navy Pier loop via Lakefront Trail — Chicago

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3. State/Lake to Navy Pier loop via Chicago Riverwalk — Chicago

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Karsten S.

April 17, 2020

Until the 1980s, the Chicago River was referred to by many residents as “the stinking river” because it was very dirty and filled with trash. In the 1990s, at the instigation of Mayor Richard M. Daley, the river was finally thoroughly cleaned as part of the city's beautification.

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Bumble-Bee

September 11, 2022

Walking along the river provides really nice views of the skyline. If you choose the parallel track along the road the overview is a bit better, below on the riverwalk it is quieter and great in the evenings.

AeroPetr ✈🌍

April 17, 2021

Not only has the river been cleaned, but the direction of the river has been changed. And almost every building on the bank has its own story and technical features. I recommend booking an architecture boat trip and listening carefully to what the guides say.

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Location: Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States

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