Chicago Portage National Historic Site — Attraction in Lyons Township

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 If the Jones’ Act were repealed, we would understand a lot better.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...

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...

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...