Lake Carina

Hey Guys
I started my hiking adventures in Gurnee Illinois right off Milwaukee Ave. at Lake Carina. This was a short hike, only a mile or so that takes 15-20 minutes. I do suggest completing two loops to better take in the sights. This would be a great lunch break hike or with the kids or dogs. I was surprised by the amount of wildlife and natural settings. During my short time there I saw numerous types of birds and a few turtles floating in the shockingly clear water which was bordered by the Des Plains River to the east and a quaint little creek to the west. The only downside I found was the highway at the north end of the park. However, it can only be heard for a short period of time. Overall, this is a nice short hike with very little difficulty. Ill throw some pictures up.
See you in a few days
J.T.