Sleeping Bear Dunes
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, named for a Chippewa legend about a mother bear waiting in vain for her cubs to cross Lake Michigan.
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192.3 mi away
Des Plaines River Trail
This multi-use path is a great way for hikers, walkers, horseback riders, bikers, and even snow-shoers and snowmobilers (in winter, of course) to explore the northeastern side of Illinois.
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Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
It offers a variety of activities such as bicycling, hiking, swimming, boating, camping, bird watching and picnicking.
193.3 mi away
Dead River and Dunes Loop Trail
The diverse scenery of sand dunes, black oak forests, and coastal shorelines is one of the main reasons to embark on this rustic 2.2-mile trail.
195.3 mi away
Houghton Visitor Center
Open year-round from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (fall-spring) and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (summer) except for all fall and winter holidays.
197.1 mi away
Waukegan Beach
Stretching for 1-mile along the northwestern coast of Lake Michigan is this popular hangout spot for swimmers, boaters, anglers, or simply anyone looking to spend a day out in the sun.
200.6 mi away
Chain o' Lakes State Park
Chain o' Lakes State Park which borders three natural lakes is a water-focused recreation area.
