Busse Woods Paved Trail – Paul Douglas Preserve loop from Schaumburg

Busse Woods Paved Trail – Paul Douglas Preserve loop from Schaumburg

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Busse Woods Paved Trail – Paul Douglas Preserve loop from Schaumburg

03:12

70.1km

250m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Paul Douglas Forest Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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17.7 km

Ned Brown Forest Preserve (Busse Woods)

Highlight • Forest

Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a 3,558-acre preserve with almost 13 miles of paved trails to ride. This park has an elk pasture and is one of the most popular parks in the state.

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20.7 km

Busse Woods Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved trail through Busse Woods is a great place for a causal ride. The route is in good condition and the views are great!

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21.8 km

Ned Brown Forest Preserve (Busse Woods)

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25.3 km

Sidewalk Ends at Golf Road and McConnor Parkway

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The section of sidewalk/bikepath leading up to the intersection of Golf and McConnor is under construction as of August 2026. The side walk will end. If you need to go …

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28.0 km

Lake Dinkel

Highlight • Lake

Lake Dinkel is a small, marshy pond in Schaumburg. It is a nice place to look for wildlife in this otherwise rather busy suburban area around the Schaumburg Industrial Park.

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41.2 km

Paul Douglas Forest Preserve

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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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41.5 km

Paul Douglas Preserve

Highlight • Forest

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60.8 km

Bode Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bode Lake offers hikers 20 acres of beauty and serenity. Trails loop the sparkling 23-foot deep lake, inviting walkers to soak in pristine views. Anglers can try their luck fishing …

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70.1 km

End point

Train Station

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