Never fear, Hampton Roads! This month, we are launching the Let’s Eat guide, an online database designed to help you decide ...

This is the story of how the lakefront was envisioned, built, and defended. After its people, Chicago’s lakefront is its greatest asset. But don’t take the lakefront for granted — it was by ...

Osterman Beach and Ardmore Avenue If you’re biking from north to south, the official Lakefront Trail begins near Ardmore Avenue and Osterman Beach in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood. This portion of ...

The wilds of Chicago: 10 places to bask in nature without leaving home Looking for a retreat in or near the city? Here are 10 trails, parks, forest preserves, urban gardens and lesser-known spots ...

Routes The Lakefront Trail: It can be accessed from many parts of the city and run in either direction, north or south. “You have the spectacular Lakefront South,” says Zimmer, “where, as ...

2 of 5 | Chicago Police Department Lt. Jose Mendez looks on while Chicago Fire Department Deputy District Chief Jason Lach speaks to reporters on the Lakefront Trail near North Avenue Beach, hours ...

The Lakefront Trail runs from Ardmore Avenue to 71st Street, connecting us to great neighborhoods, parks and beaches. When visiting the Lakefront Trail with kids, read our guide to find safety tips ...

New renderings depict additional green and park space, pedestrian and bike access points, and extra lakefront trails from the Near North Side to Uptown.

Discover the stunning North Avenue Beach in Chicago, IL, USA. Easily accessible via driving, public transportation, biking, or walking.

These spectacular structures aren’t just a means to an end—with their breathtaking views and rich histories, they are part of the destination.

Riders also wish this trail would connect to another favorite: the Lakefront Trail. People walk and ride their bikes along the Lakefront Trail near North Avenue Beach on April 7, 2021.