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Fort Sheridan Pond loop from Great Lakes

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Fort Sheridan Pond loop from Great Lakes

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Fort Sheridan Pond loop from Great Lakes

01:46

29.1km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 15.4 km for 131 m

After 28.9 km for 306 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.1 km

Openlands Lakeshore Preserve

Nature Reserve

16.6 km

Fort Sheridan Pond

Highlight • Lake

You get a lovely view of the Fort Sheridan Pond and the woodland surrounding it. With such a lovely view directly from the relatively quiet road, this is a lovely spot to pass by on your cycle.

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17.7 km

Mounted Soldier Statue at Fort Sheridan

Highlight • Monument

18.0 km

General Sheridan Equestrian Statue

Highlight • Monument

The statue captures Sheridan astride his mount "Rienzi," inspiring his troops during the pivotal Battle of Five Forks in April 1865, a symbol of his leadership and victory. Visit Fort …

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29.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.6 km

2.75 km

542 m

421 m

319 m

261 m

220 m

Surfaces

18.4 km

9.89 km

623 m

127 m

Elevation

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Monday 25 May

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Fort Sheridan Pond

Mounted Soldier Statue at Fort Sheridan

General Sheridan Equestrian Statue

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