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Northerly Island Loop Trail
Floating in Lake Michigan under the shadow of Chicago is towering city skyline is the man-made peninsula known as Northerly Island.
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Northerly Island Loop Trail Details
Floating in Lake Michigan under the shadow of Chicago is towering city skyline is the man-made peninsula known as Northerly Island. It is teeming with tons of activities both urban and outdoor making it one of the coolest places to see while visiting the city. The best way to explore the peninsula is by the main looped trail that leads through the center. It is more of a long walk (rather than a strenuous hike) that takes you by music venues, sculpture parks, and even a stretch of white-sand beach.
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