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Stearns Road Trail bridge – James "Pate" Philip State Park loop from James "Pate" Philip State Park

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Stearns Road Trail bridge – James "Pate" Philip State Park loop from James "Pate" Philip State Park

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Stearns Road Trail bridge – James "Pate" Philip State Park loop from James "Pate" Philip State Park

01:18

21.4km

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 right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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James "Pate" Philip State Park

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12.2 km

South Elgin

Highlight • Settlement

Originally called "Clintonville" in honour of one of its first settlers, James Clinton, South Elgin sits along the Fox River and is consistently voted one of the best places to live in suburban Illinois.

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12.8 km

Fox River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Fox River Trail is a popular rail trail that connects several suburbs with the nearby parks. It runs for almost 60 miles and is a mix of asphalt and …

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14.3 km

view of Stearns Road Bike/Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Stearns Road Bike/Pedestrian Bridge along the Fox River Trail offers a classic view, with its classic brick infrastructure set against the backdrop of lush trees. It’s a striking blend …

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14.4 km

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Highlight • Bridge

The reflection of the classic stone brick railway bridge on the Fox River on a still day is beautiful, with a backdrop of green mixed trees. A lovely spot to …

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14.4 km

Stearns Road Trail bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

A lovely bridge that passes safely under the busy Stream Road. The views of Fox River are good from here.

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14.5 km

Stearns Road Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A lovely bridge that passes safely under the busy Stream Road. The views of Fox River are good from here.

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18.7 km

James "Pate" Philip State Park

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Restoring the land to its native prairie state is a continuous process. Since 1991, significant portions have been seeded with native plants, and prescribed burns are conducted to control woody growth and encourage prairie restoration.

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21.4 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

4.30 km

2.41 km

357 m

137 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.19 km

7.46 km

3.12 km

1.46 km

231 m

Elevation

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Stearns Road Trail bridge – James "Pate" Philip State Park loop from James "Pate" Philip State Park

South Elgin

Fox River Trail

view of Stearns Road Bike/Pedestrian Bridge

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Stearns Road Trail bridge

Stearns Road Trail Bridge

James "Pate" Philip State Park

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