Near Montrose Park Beach Tour
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Near Montrose Park Beach Tour
The Chicago skyline from Montrose Park.
Near Montrose Park Beach Tour
Sunrise at Foster Beach.
Near Montrose Park Beach Tour
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Montrose Park Beach Tour

3.5 (2 Ratings)
A cinder trail tour chock full of views over Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.
4
mi
Distance
31
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Dogs AllowedFamily FriendlyLakeLakefrontViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.03mi
Distance
31ft
Elevation Gain
31ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
617ft
High Point
578ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This hike starts at the parking area near Montrose Beach. Head north past the dog park, and then follow a wide carriage trail along the lake. At the turnaround point you switch over to the Chicago Lakefront Trail - North, which has an cinder trail option along the side. The LFT is a paved path spanning a total of 18 miles along the western shores of Lake Michigan. If you're looking for a longer option, this is the trail to take!Finish your outing by hiking past the new public track and up the "hill" in Montrose Park.

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Contributors
Brian Krusell