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Lakefront Trail, Chicago – Fullerton Beach loop from Garfield

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Illinois
Cook County
Chicago

Lakefront Trail, Chicago – Fullerton Beach loop from Garfield

Moderate

4.6

(2196)

15,100

riders

Lakefront Trail, Chicago – Fullerton Beach loop from Garfield

02:17

40.4km

100m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 2, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 15.6 km for 79 m

After 24.9 km for 69 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

4.55 km

Hyde Park

Highlight • Settlement

Hyde Park, a haven within Chicago, offers more than just scenic beauty. Explore the neighborhood's vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and lush parks. On clear days, this spot offers breathtaking views …

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2

9.43 km

Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park

Highlight • Beach

Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park sits between the communities of Prairie Shores and Lake Meadows. The beach has privileged views of the Chicago skyline in the background, with many …

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3

13.0 km

View of downtown Chicago from the Shedd Aquarium

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view towards the skyline from the loop around the aquarium especially in the evenings is priceless.

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4

14.0 km

Buckingham Fountain

Highlight • Monument

The Buckingham Fountain is across the South DuSable Lake Shore Drive in Grant Park. Cycling isn't permitted in the park, but it's well worth stopping and pushing across to have …

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5

18.4 km

Lakefront Trail, Chicago

Highlight • Trail

Really nice bike path along the shore of the lake - well laid out and maintained and with great views on the city as well. Watch out for pedestrians a bit.

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6

20.3 km

Fullerton Beach

Highlight • Beach

This is a fantastic location to take in the breathtaking Chicago skyline! And to top it off, there's even a convenient drinking fountain station nearby.

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7

24.0 km

Lakefront Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Very comfy, albeit slightly tilted, bike path. Every now and then, a wave can splash across the whole bike path.

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8

30.4 km

McCormick Bird Sanctuary

Highlight • Natural

Experience The McCormick Bird Sanctuary in the heart of the Burnham Wildlife Corridor. Spanning 9 acres, this sanctuary blends native prairie and woodland, with a distinctive prairie situated above an …

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40.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.7 km

614 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.4 km

7.02 km

< 100 m

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