Jackson Park Highlands "mini" walk

I'm trying something new and adding shorter, mini WAC walks to the calendar. These walks, in no way, replace the usual longer, point-to-point walks we all know and love. I wanted to get some extra steps in on the weekends and explore pockets of the city we may not see on a longer walk.

We will meet at the McDonald's at 6560 S. Stony Island and walk 6 miles, weaving through the streets of Jackson Park Highlands and the adjacent neighborhood.

The 6.06 mile loop route can be found here. Please refer to this route if you are late.

Jackson Park Highlands, established in 1905 in Chicago's South Shore, began as an innovative, exclusive subdivision with wide lots, setbacks, and underground utilities, designed for gracious living overlooking Jackson Park after the World's Fair. It flourished with grand homes in various styles (Tudor, Prairie, Colonial) but faced decline around WWII, leading to revitalization efforts in the 1970s, culminating in its designation as a Chicago Landmark District in 1989. Today, it's known for its preserved architecture, unique layout with no alleys, and status as a diverse, prestigious neighborhood.