View of Downtown Chicago – Lakefill Fountains loop from Evanston

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Evanston

View of Downtown Chicago – Lakefill Fountains loop from Evanston

Easy

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View of Downtown Chicago – Lakefill Fountains loop from Evanston

01:08

4.45km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

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1.39 km

View of Downtown Chicago

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A different view, but definitely worth it

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1.48 km

Lakefill point

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The southernmost spot on the Lakefill peninsula offers expansive views of Lake Michigan and the shoreline back towards Chicago. There's a paved path that circles around the entire peninsula.

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2.23 km

Circular Stone Water Control Structure

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2.28 km

Graffiti on the rocks along the Lake Michigan shoreline

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Street art on the rocks. Quite recent, as 2024 is also on it

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2.44 km

The Lakefill is a man-made area of land on the east side of Northwestern University's campus in Evanston. It was created between 1962 and 1964 by reclaiming 30 acres of Lake Michigan with a seawall of limestone blocks and fill from the construction of the Port of Indiana.
While there is no classical fountain in the Lakefill itself, there is a large pond that visually functions as a fountain-like element in the landscape. This pond, along with the surrounding paths and the views of university buildings such as the University Library and the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, forms an iconic image. The view from the Lakefill towards the campus is particularly spectacular at sunset.

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3.29 km

Graffiti Wall at Northwestern Beach

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View of Northwestern Beach with street art next to it

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3.52 km

Northwestern Beach

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Also known as Northwestern Beach or Lincoln Street Beach, this patch of sand is managed by Northwestern University. Access is free if you have an Evanston Beach Pass or are a full-time Northwestern student, or you can pay $10 per person.

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