More like an inland sea than a lake, Lake Michigan boasts a shoreline 2,600 km (1,600 mi) long, making it the fifth largest lake in the world. Nearly 12 million people live along the lake's shores, most of them in the metropolitan areas of Chicago and Milwaukee. You can explore a seemingly endless network of beaches, orchards, historical sites, award-wining wineries, parks, camping areas, and recreational resorts located along the shoreline, or choose to see the giant lake from the comfort of a traditional schooner or modern tour boat. For an urban experience on the lake, explore Chicago's 15 beachfront areas and marinas. For travelers who use our custom trip planner, Racine holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the Lake Michigan and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.
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My husband and I took a long walk along the shore of Lake Michigan on a very hot day. It was along North Lake Shore Drive, so there was some traffic noise. There was a wonderful breeze off of the... more »
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When I think of a lake I can see the other side. No way that is true. It is huge like an ocean. The water is beautiful! more »
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2 days in Chicago
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
August, culture, outdoors, historic sites, museums, fast-paced, hidden gems
Preferences: August, culture, outdoors, historic sites, museums
Attraction style: Hidden gems
Pace: Fast-paced
60 days in United States
BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM
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Preferences: June, culture, outdoors, relaxing, beaches, historic sites, museums, shopping, wildlife
Attraction style: Popular & hidden gems
Pace: Medium
60 days in Continental USA
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
August, culture, outdoors, extra fast, popular sights
Preferences: August, culture, outdoors
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Extra fast
3 days in Chicago
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
August, outdoors, romantic, beaches, museums, shopping, hidden gems
Preferences: August, outdoors, romantic, beaches, museums, shopping
Attraction style: Hidden gems
Pace: Medium
32 days in United States
BY A USER FROM MALTA
August, popular & hidden gems
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Attraction style: Popular & hidden gems
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16 days in Midwest
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Attraction style: Popular & hidden gems
Pace: Slow & easy
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