Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Chicago Portage National Historic Site in Berwyn
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Berwyn, Cook County, Illinois, US
Accessibility
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Comments (57)
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 wasnt happy to see the perimiter fences and industry around, but its completely understandable considering the location. I am thrilled that this site has been preserved!!!
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.
I brought my dog here recently, and its a great loop to walk. Its a nice change from our normal walks around the neighborhood. Parking is easy and you can learn some history about the region.Id love if there were permanent bathrooms, but there is a port-a-potty if youre desperate.
While this is a nice park, having walked the entire trail it totally fails to convey any sense of why this site was such an historic site as a portage between the Great Lakes and the Des Plaines River / Mississippi River system. There is no sense at all of the portage, just a nice small park.
Good place to walk around, relax. Feed the animals. Also if you dont have anywhere to go and you are tired you can sleep in your car and no one will bother you, like at Ottawa trail woods were gay people come and ask you if you want to have sex with them. The forest police should put a stop to this, people come here to relax and these faggets come around and bother people.I dont see any police coming here to check up on whats going on so be on your gaurd.Also you have to watch kinder-morgan across the street they think everyone is a terrorist who Parks at the woods.
The best little part of the woods .It has the biggest variety of animals and insects aroundSome of the best sceneryI would recommend bringing a cameraGood spot to see hummingbirds and all kinds of birds
Great small trail walk, and learn a few things from reading the history on it.
Beautiful short trailyear-round theres something to see or marvel atlagoon which turns swampy in the summerlots of bugs, birds, and a great nature getaway close to the city
Great historical importance for a Chicago-phile. Good information available at the site.
Good walking trails. Not too crowded. My dog enjoys her walks through here.
Good starter place to do some bike trailing, the trail is short enough for quick biking or walking.
Nice area, interesting monument. NPS Passport Stamp is located at the Little Red School House
Its a great place. So serene so quiet and its an amazing place to be just outside the city.
I love this place I go here all the time it’s a nice place to hang out and chill it’s very pleasing I love it! :)
Nice place and good history. Too bad progress has made the surrounding area a dump.
Beautiful spot for trails. Friendly people.
Nice place for a short walk
Great place to go for a walk and enjoy nature.
Very nice and relaxing walk i had today :)
In 1673 led by Americans Indians became the firts Europeans to cross the portage..in Chicago.
Nice little trail hidden in a busy area.
Highly recommend the Friends of the Portage tour on the first Saturday of the month.
Lots of history and great trails here.
Great kept secret off of Harlem ave...go in and check it out
Great place to take a break from the city!
Quiet private location with lots of police activity
Nice spot
It was nice to walk around.
View n hike is amazing
Great area! Interesting history!
I like the bike trail in this area
I just saw a HAWK PICKED UP A SNAKE!!!!!!
Nice place to visit and relax
Love it
Very historic place
Nice
Beautiful
Nice place to visit
Nice place to visit
BEAUTIFUL sights
Excellent place for family walks
My midwife and I went and we were bitten by mosquitoes we felt at the rancho puro Guerrero cochos
All of Chicago is a great experience.
Many mosquitoes :(
Increíble
Lindo lugar
Simply beautiful
Total reviews rating 4.6
57 Reviews for Chicago Portage National Historic Site 2023:
Review №1
2022-03-25Its a nice short walk with some interesting historical information. But its nestled between I-55 and Harlem so I wouldnt 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.
Review №2
2021-10-08Historical site to visit and know about the area .good for walking 🚶♂️ with family and friends. Sufficient parking space.
Review №3
2020-06-28Beautiful but the parking is limited. In addition folks want to drive there instead of walking or biking despite those provisions. Nonetheless its a move spot to hang out and read a book or relax.
Review №4
2022-03-13A stunning sculpture greets you as you enter this Preserve. There is a wonderful circular hike too.
Review №5
2018-04-13Beautiful spot. To bad they don’t do more to preserve it. So much history and it’s not well known. For more information, please visit my fb page at Em’s National Park Adventures
Review №6
2017-06-15Interesting place to visit and photograph - the sculpture is clearly visible in Google earth. Nice trails and woods, valleys and swamps.
Review №7
2021-10-30It 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 wouldnt see too many people.
Review №8
2022-05-07Nice trail. A little dirty. Buy nice
Review №9
2018-04-18Nice historical landmark with interpretive exhibits in pleasant forestland in Chicago.
Review №10
2021-06-23A hidden gem of a park. On a Saturday a try Noon we had the picnic shelter to ourselves. Short bucolic walk or longer if you want.