Lower Lower Wacker Drive in Chicago | Atlas Obscura
Illegal drag racing two stories beneath Chicagoโ€™s streets.

๐Ÿ“œ Wacker Drive was conceived in 1909, with a lower section for through traffic and service vehicles.
๐Ÿ” A little-known third roadway, Lower Lower Wacker Drive, was built in 1975.

Why Go

๐ŸŒŠ Mystic vibe, "a world in itself"
๐Ÿš— Unique urban exploration beneath Chicago's streets
๐ŸŽฌ Recognize the area from the Blues Brothers car chase

Why Avoid

๐Ÿšจ Historically known for illegal drag racing (now less frequent)
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Difficult to find, Google Maps is unhelpful
๐Ÿš— Impound lot located on this drive

Tips

๐Ÿ“ Easiest entry from the River Walk at the south east corner of the Michigan Bridge, near Dock 2
๐Ÿ‘ฎ Police vigilance and speed bumps have reduced drag racing

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