Burnham Park, Urban park along Lake Michigan in Chicago, US.
Burnham Park is an urban park that stretches along Lake Michigan's shoreline, connecting Grant Park to Jackson Park several miles south. The park provides public access to the water and includes various recreational facilities and venues along the waterfront.
The park originated from a city planning document created in 1909 and opened officially in 1920. It was named in 1927 after the urban planner who had shaped Chicago's vision for waterfront development.
The park contains major venues that serve as gathering spaces for the city's sports fans and convention attendees. These facilities shape how residents and visitors experience the lakefront as a place for big events and public celebration.
The park contains two major harbors that provide numerous docking spots for boats and yachts. Visitors can walk the entire area, as maintained paths run along the waterfront throughout the park.
Near the 31st Street Beachhouse, a concrete skatepark offers views of the lake while serving local skaters. This blend of recreation and waterfront views creates an unexpected spot within the park's long stretches.
Location: Illinois
Official opening: 1920
Shares border with: Kenwood
Website: http://chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks/Burnham-Park
GPS coordinates: 41.83530,-87.60720
Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:56
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