Cycling · Lakefront · Lake Michigan lakefront

Chicago Lakefront Trail End-to-End Ride

An end-to-end ride linking beaches, harbors, parks, museums, skyline viewpoints, and South Side lakefront landscapes.

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Chicago in 2022 Lakefront Trail by Oak Street Beach and Lake Michigan (52054928480)
Chris Rycroft from Madison, Wisconsin, United StatesCC BY 2.0
Time needed
2–4 hrs
Distance
18 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
Free
Booking
Not needed
Where
Chicago

What it is

An end-to-end ride linking beaches, harbors, parks, museums, skyline viewpoints, and South Side lakefront landscapes.

  • LocationLake Michigan lakefront
  • ActivityCycling · Lakefront
  • DifficultyModerate due to distance and congestion
  • CostFree with your own bicycle
  • BookingNot required
  • Best seasonSpring through fall

Conditions and cautions

Use the separated bicycle path where provided, watch for congestion, and check lakefront weather alerts.

Plan your visit

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What we have not researched yet

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  • Parking
  • Bike rental options
  • Restrooms
  • Water fountains

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