North Chicago ...Make it your very own!
The Community North Chicago, Illinois
Situated on the western shore of Lake Michigan in northeastern Illinois, North Chicago offers a unique blend of military heritage, lakefront living, and big-city access. The city is home to Naval Station Great Lakes the U.S. Navy s only boot camp and sits within Chicago s vibrant North Shore corridor. Residents enjoy proximity to Six Flags Great America, Illinois Beach State Park with its miles of pristine shoreline, and the charming downtowns of Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, and Waukegan just minutes away. The Chicago Botanic Garden, Ravinia Festival (the nation s oldest outdoor music festival), and Northwestern University in Evanston are all within easy reach. Commuters benefit from Metra rail service providing a direct connection to downtown Chicago in under 90 minutes, while the Robert McClory Bike Path offers a scenic alte...