Chicago Portage National Historic Site

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Lyons, IL 60534

Chicago Portage National Historic Site in Lyons, IL is dedicated to preserving and commemorating the historic significance of the area.

Visitors can explore the site to learn about the important role it played in connecting the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River system.

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4.57 reviews
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Lori S.
8/24/2025

We walked the outer path around the water. Some of it is paved but then it turns into a rock path for a while. There is a pavilion with some tables to sit & eat. We saw lots of different kinds of...

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Dolores Z.
9/1/2023

A very pleasant surprise near my home! There are trails to hike or bike, either paved or groomed, that tap into some of the FPDCC's larger, longer trails! Monument and signage give good...

Teresa E.
6/8/2025

Great way to stay healthy by doing a short or long walk; you just need to be mindful of unleashed dogs and aggressive dogs even with leashes! But don't let that stop you. Most of the time walkers...

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Steve A.
1/2/2022

An unexpected find that I just happened upon while going by cruising. Chicago Portage National Historic Site is an especially interesting historic site for those wanting to know about the canals...

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Liza F.
4/27/2023

Beautiful place to go for a walk during the spring months. Has a small creek in the center of it worth the view. My best friend and I really enjoyed taking our toddlers for a walk here. Plenty of...

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