Gillson Park – Gilson Beach loop from Wilmette

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Gillson Park – Gilson Beach loop from Wilmette

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Gillson Park – Gilson Beach loop from Wilmette

01:08

11.0km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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429 m

Elmwood Dunes Preserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Explore the revitalized beauty of Elmwood Dunes Preserve on your run. This nearly-acre lakefront haven was restored through a collaborative effort involving the Village, grants, and dedicated volunteers. As you …

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1.33 km

Gillson Park

Highlight • Beach

This is a wonderful beach at Wilmette. You can spot migratory birds as they fly over Lake Michigan. It's a very diverse area for nature – sandy shore, dunes, parkland …

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1.39 km

Gilson Beach

Highlight • Beach

This is a wonderful beach at Wilmette. You can spot migratory birds as they fly over Lake Michigan. It's a very diverse area for nature – sandy shore, dunes, parkland …

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2.29 km

Baháʼí House of Worship Wilmette

Highlight • Religious Site

Bahá’í House of Worship in Wilmette
This is one of eight continental Bahá’í temples worldwide and serves as a spiritual center for all of North America.
• The temple is …

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2.54 km

Baha'i House of Worship, Wilmette

Highlight • Religious Site

Baha'i is an independent world religion practiced by over 5 million people of almost every nationality worldwide. There is only one Bahai temple on each continent. There are around 155 …

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3.94 km

Lighthouse Landing Park and Beach

Highlight • Beach

A nice stretch of strand close to Grosse Point Lighthouse. It's a small beach, but has wonderful views over Lake Michigan. A great place to catch sunrises and sunsets! You usually have to pay around $10 to enter the beach.

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5.78 km

Lakefill point

Highlight • Viewpoint

The southernmost spot on the Lakefill peninsula offers expansive views of Lake Michigan and the shoreline back towards Chicago. There's a paved path that circles around the entire peninsula.

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6.99 km

Northwestern Beach

Highlight • Beach

Also known as Northwestern Beach or Lincoln Street Beach, this patch of sand is managed by Northwestern University. Access is free if you have an Evanston Beach Pass or are …

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