Climbing Near Lake Forest, Illinois

A 50 foot 5.5 buildering route on the side of an old chimney. Do not climb during school hours. Route gets sun in the afternoon. There is no protection on this route or any way to lower off currently it's free solo up and free solo down. Pull into the parking lot of the school. You'll see the chimney.

The underpass that was recently finished has some serious potential for bouldering. Both on the carved out murals and that fake stone brick texture of the wall itself. A bike path and a side walk on either side of the road allow easy access, the Metra station just near by could be used for parking, there are daily fees though.

A local playground with a small concrete rock climbing structure with a relatively diverse hold selection. On the corner of McCormick Blvd and Bridge Street in Evanston. Park in the lot across the street.