Chicago Portage National Historic Site

Beautiful

Very interesting to see the west end of the portage preserved. You can walk the trail to go see the Des Plaines river where all pioneer and French traders passed over this route with their merchandise. I wasn't happy to see the perimiter fences and industry around, but it's completely understandable considering the location. I am thrilled that this site has been preserved!!!

Historical site to visit and know about the area .good for walking ud83dudeb6‍♂ufe0f with family and friend's. Sufficient parking space.

Great scenery wildlife and story boards telling of the history of the area. Large sculpture made of metal of a canoe and explorers. Nice trail around ponds-lakes 2 bridges and small pavillion to picnic.

Very nice park to take a walk or bike ride. The open trail is almost a mile long, or for a longer walk, one path leads to a sidewalk over the Des Plaines River along 47th Street.