Lake Michigan has so much to offer. There are nice beahes for swimming or playing volleyball. Many different boats to view from sailboats to yachts. There is a lighthouse you can see, and boat rides to view Chicago's skyline from the lake.

My grandfather, when he came fto Chicago from New York on a visit asked, when he saw Lake Michigan, "What ocean is this." A large, sometimes peaceful, sometimes stormy body of water it provides beauty and recreation for the city.

It's spectacular in any weather; lots of beaches, sailing, a beautiful drive along Lake Shroe Drive is worth the view.

Listen to the song "Lake Shore Drive" and it will give you a grand idea of what this city and lakefront are all about. My favorite stretch is from the Museum Campus through Dog Beach at Montrose. Beautiful beaches, bright sailboats, a pristine view of a grand city, Millenium and Grant Parks, and of course, Navy Pier. If you haven't... More

I saw Lake Erie many, many years ago and remembered as murky brown and dirty. I was a child and my mother wouldn't allow us to go in the water. I expected the same of Lake Michigan. I was amazed at the blue water. A local told me that the water changes colors. The day I left it was a... More

Always a marvel. Color changes everyday. Favorite spots : Near Adler Planetarium, Lake Forest Beach and in the new park at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Great Art along the way!

And it is a huge lake. But worth seeing if you are in the Chicago area.

Feels like the ocean, but has no salt. Always beautiful to watch.

Rent a bike at Bobby's Bike Hike and then get on the bike path to go from the beach area to the museum area.