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October 2023 by Corbett K.B.
Nice little park with parking, sculpture, and historical interpretation signage. The lollipop trail is very short and doesn’t give you a true sense of what the area looked looked due to industrialization and development. However, it is a beautiful slice of nature, and perfect for dogs and families with young kids. I enjoyed reading the history and couldn’t help but think of the many travelers before me as I walked. Worth checking out for history nerds or if looking for a little space to walk.
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September 2023 by James Wolff
Amazing. I love that ppl so t understand how world-changing this portage site was. If the Jones’ Act were repealed, we would understand a lot better. I believe we can limit the shipping to certain, friendly nations’ ships. If Portugal or South Korea or Morocco want to have a barge to pick up iron or or grain or heavy machinery from our bountiful interior on the Great Lakes-Mississippi-Gulf/Atlantic Coastal waterway, why not? They are not Iran or North Korea. Also, can we like make a deal to mix it up with Canada more, at the very least?? We are bestest of friends. They ain’t gonna attack us via boat on the Great Lakes. This ain’t 1812. Repeal the Jones Act. We can still keep our fleet. Just don’t let countries mess around with flagging and all that. Write out what we all want in the bill, and we will get it. The American version of Aristotle Onassis will get over it. VISIT THIS SITE! And read up on it before you go :)
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August 2023 by KarenV
Nice walk in nature surrounded by a very urban environment
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June 2023 by REBECCA PETZEL
Sweet little slice of nature and history in the midst of industry and city chaos. The loop isn't long but there's lots of wildlife and it's a great length for an adventure with small kids. My almost 4 year old walked the whole loop (with very minimal tired whining at the end) and we didn't get too exhausted holding the 1 year old for most of it.
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May 2023 by P B
The dead know only one thing, it's better to be alive
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April 2023 by Alicia “Allison Sanz” Sanchez
A quiet, clean place, with policemen taking care of the place, I really liked it.
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February 2023 by Celeste Brown
Amazing little gem of nature tucked in busy Chicago! Saw deer and evidence of coyote , raccoons. Beautiful walk in the snow.
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October 2022 by Branka
Really enjoyed this unexpected site. Not many people and so beautiful
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May 2022 by John Vargas
Nice trail. A little dirty. Buy nice
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April 2022 by Tierney Smith (T-Ran)
Its a nice short walk with some interesting historical information. But it's nestled between I-55 and Harlem so I wouldn't really call it relaxing. However, if you need a quick break or want to stretch your legs, the walkway is partially paved and partially gravel. Good for walking dogs or short stroll about a mile in length.
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March 2022 by Linda Van
A stunning sculpture greets you as you enter this Preserve. There is a wonderful circular hike too.
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November 2021 by Fernando Medina-Garcia
It is a very cozy historical marker. It has the monument representing the explorers with their indigenous helpers and guides. Is not very big but not many peole stop by. You wouldn't see too many people.
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October 2021 by Mohammed Mozum Mohiuddin
Historical site to visit and know about the area .good for walking ?♂️ with family and friend's. Sufficient parking space.
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August 2021 by Eric Pine
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!!!
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September 2020 by Peter Mbinglo
Beautiful but the parking is limited. In addition folks want to drive there instead of walking or biking despite those provisions. Nonetheless it's a move spot to hang out and read a book or relax.
