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Originally a railroad yard, Ping Tom Memorial Park is named for the Chinatown resident who was the leading force behind the creation of this community space. Thanks to its location directly next to the Chicago River, the park is a popular spot for kayaking, and the beginning and end of the Chicago Water Taxi route. The most recent addition to the park is a state-of-the-art fieldhouse, which houses a gymnasium, fitness center and an indoor pool.