At a glance
#100 of 131 Tourist attractions in Chicago #56 of 66 Parks in ChicagoLocalGuideWorld score: 4.55
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Canalport Riverwalk Park?
- Canalport Riverwalk Park is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 68 reviews.
- How does Canalport Riverwalk Park rank in Chicago?
- Canalport Riverwalk Park is #100 of 131 Tourist attractions in Chicago by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Canalport Riverwalk Park located?
- 2900 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, United States — 5.5 km from the center of Chicago.
- How can I contact Canalport Riverwalk Park?
- Phone: +1 312-747-6026 · Website: chicagoparkdistrict.com
Beautiful view of downtown along the canal, great experience
This is a cool bizarre little walking park that seems to have been given back to the public. It’s odd to get into from Damen- it looks like you are going to head into a restricted area but the entrance is right before that. There is not parking so this is more for a bike ride if you’re coming in that way and even then I’d caution you not to get squished cause there is a lot of truck traffic.
The water was actually serene and there are a few geese around the walk. There are views of the skyline but this park is kind of a nice break from super picturesque spaces you see so often in pictures. It’s a nice reminder of how much waste we produce and how important waterways are to the city and it was really out of the ordinary to bike through here- in a great way. There’s not a lot to do but there kind of is a lot to look at with the cranes in the background.
The water was actually serene and there are a few geese around the walk. There are views of the skyline but this park is kind of a nice break from super picturesque spaces you see so often in pictures. It’s a nice reminder of how much waste we produce and how important waterways are to the city and it was really out of the ordinary to bike through here- in a great way. There’s not a lot to do but there kind of is a lot to look at with the cranes in the background.
Its really nice but kind of sketchy sometimes and one of the entrances opens up on 29th n damen on pretty much an open street next to the highway and a bunch of factories and warehouse facilities w no sidewalk at all... why would a river "walk" have no access to pedestrians at one of the only 2 entrances and exits???
This small riverside park is a host to some very interesting industrial sites on the southwest side of Chicago. Canalport Riverwalk is a simple paved walking and biking trail in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. It covers only one side of the river, so if you’re hoping for a looped path, seek a different route. I have only visited this path during mild weather and I’m not sure if it is cleared of snow in the winter. Looks to be wheelchair accessible and the trail is in good shape. There is an overlook where you can watch the metal processing/ recycling center move pieces of scrap metal into piles. Sounds a little bit boring, but it’s actually kind of interesting. There is no boat launch on the riverwalk. Across the way you will also notice the Chicago Yacht Yard. There is no parking for this riverwalk, so it’s best to access by foot, bike, or public transit. I do not believe there are lights along the trail and I did not note any open hours. The park likely closes at dusk. Path was clean and well-maintained, would be a fun place to learn how to ride a bike or roller skate because it is not very busy.
Enjoyed biking this surprisingly narrow little park that trails the river and a slip that juts to the south from the canal. Google says it was opened in 2000 under Mayor Daley and has a several roomy fishing stations with fishing pole racks. Weekends are when it is particularly peaceful and weekday mornings better for watching the pretty noisy industrial activity across the river. The busy Ashland Ave entrance is still better than the Damen entrance, which cuts through the FedEx center from the big Damen exit off of 55. There are several bench areas to sit on for picnics and watching the canal water drift by. Would improve things if the park district removed a few graffiti gang tags.
Nice to take dogs for a walk but don't look across the river it is nothing but a scrap yard🤔😔😓 I was disappointed
What a great idea to put a park right here on the riverbank! This park, while incredibly strangely shaped and very, very narrow, offers nature walks, places to sit and relax, and even some opportunities for fishing in the river. There doesn’t seem to be any street parking anywhere near here, so the biggest drawback I suppose is that you have to walk a considerable distance just to get here. But once you arrive, it’s worth the visit. Watch out for goose poop!
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