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The The Chicago Lakefront Trail is a shared-use walking and cycling path spanning along Chicago's Lake Michigan coastline, stretching for 18.5 miles past the city's Lincoln, Grant, Burnham, and Jackson Parks and a number of seasonal public beaches. The trail, which was designated in 1963 as the city's first official bicycle path, was recently renovated in 2018 in an effort to reduce congestion. Major attractions accessible via the trail include the city's Museum of Science and Industry, McCormick Place, Navy Pier, and Belmont and Monroe Harbors. Several dog parks are also accessible via the trail, along with the city's 31st Street, Grant Park, and Wilson Avenue skate parks. The Chicago Lakefront Trail users looking to avoid crowds can take the Navy Pier Flyover, which avoids congestion at the intersections of Grand Avenue and Illinois Street.
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