Parks and Recreational Opportunities Galore
For outdoor enthusiasts, there are numerous parks and trails along the Root River. Winding through the City of Racine, the Root River is popular for fishing, hiking, canoeing, and kayaking. Lake Michigan, one of the nation's top sports fisheries, has recreational boating and charter fishing opportunities. There are also excellent fishing opportunities at Horlick Dam, Island Park and Lincoln Park. Canoeing and kayaking are popular on the Root River and the 14-mile Fox River Water Trail in western Racine County. North Beach, with 50-acres of beautiful sand, is a haven to visitors enjoying the Beachside Oasis, Kids Cove playground, and live entertainment from May until September. North Beach is a Certified Blue Wave clean beach and one of USA TODAY's "51 great American beaches."
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Things you’ll love
Peace, quiet, and safety are the biggest advantages of this neighborhood. It’s not a place where you are afraid to leave your house after dusk. There are plenty of family-friendly venues close to the residential area, as well as playgrounds and parks. What’s more, it’s well-adjusted for professionals who commute every day.
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Be warned …
You won’t find here many hangout spots for adults but it doesn’t mean there aren’t any. There’s a couple of really nice cafes and bars, but more as an exception to the family-friendly restaurants and bistros which can be found around every corner. Oh, and if you’re not a big fan of children, you may like to re-consider living in this neighborhood.
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Transportation
Drivers will be thrilled as the main roads are easily accessible, and they won’t have any trouble with reaching downtown - this commuting-oriented area will be the right choice for you if you’re a professional developing your career, but at the same time, focused on your family. If you don’t have a car, there are always multiple bus services available.
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Schools
Considering the family-friendly character of this area, you’ll find plenty of schools nearby, most of them within walking distance. There are also some amazing institution a bit further away if you’d like to explore your options on private schools. More possibilities are to be easily found in the near proximity, so you don’t need to worry about the education of the youngest at all.
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