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19 GPS Art Running Routes in Chicago
Generate Art Routes in Chicago19 GPS art routes drawn over Chicago. Each one follows real streets and paths, so the shape shows up on Strava when you run it. Open any route for its map, elevation profile, kilometre splits and a GPX download for subscribers, and a satellite flyover video where one has been rendered.
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All 19 GPS art routes in Chicago
| Preview | Route | Elevation Loss | Map | Run in app | Video | Reviews | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art track | Airplane | 8.7 km | 10 m | 10 m | Open map | Watch video | - | |
| Art track | Bicycle | 9.6 km | 16 m | 15 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Bunny | 11.1 km | 14 m | 12 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Butterfly | 16.4 km | 30 m | 30 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Cactus | 9.8 km | 6 m | 8 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Cat silhouette | 14.5 km | 14 m | 15 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Dinosaur | 14.2 km | 20 m | 20 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Dolphin | 16.3 km | 25 m | 25 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Dragon | 17.3 km | 26 m | 26 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Guitar | 10.7 km | 15 m | 14 m | Open map | Route details | - |
Every shape available in Chicago
Frequently asked
- How many GPS art routes are available in Chicago?
- 19 shapes, including airplane, bicycle, bunny, butterfly. Each has its own page with a map, elevation profile and GPX download.
- Do I need a subscription to download the GPX?
- Yes, for the GPX file. Every route page shows its map, elevation profile and kilometre splits for free, and the GPX download is included with a ShapeMiles subscription. The file works with Garmin, Coros, Suunto, Strava and any app that reads GPX, and a subscription also adds turn-by-turn navigation in the app and lets you generate new shapes for any city.
- Will the shape actually show up on Strava?
- Yes, provided you keep GPS recording running for the whole route. Pausing mid-run leaves a straight line across the drawing, and heavy tree cover or tall buildings can blur corners.