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Ridge Road – Paul Douglas Forest Preserve loop from Poplar Creek Forest Preserve

Ridge Road – Paul Douglas Forest Preserve loop from Poplar Creek Forest Preserve

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Ridge Road – Paul Douglas Forest Preserve loop from Poplar Creek Forest Preserve

03:21

77.4km

400m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve

Paul Douglas Forest Preserve

Spring Lake Nature Preserve

Deer Grove Forest Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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19.9 km

Ridge Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Ridge Road is a long flat stretch of good quality tarmac enveloped in trees. A good chance to get the pace!

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64.7 km

Deer Grove Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Deer Grove Nature Preserve is a beautiful 2,000 acre park. It has a large lake in the center, and several miles of paved trails that wind through the park.

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71.4 km

Covering 1,800 acres, Paul Douglas Preserve is a haven for birding enthusiasts. Open grasslands, restored wetlands, and a vibrant heron rookery provide a diverse habitat for nesting species. Boasting 25 …

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77.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

62.4 km

7.96 km

5.17 km

1.86 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

64.6 km

12.4 km

399 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 27 May

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Ridge Road – Paul Douglas Forest Preserve loop from Poplar Creek Forest Preserve

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