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Skokie Lagoons – Harms Woods Preserve loop from Evanston Central Street

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Skokie Lagoons – Harms Woods Preserve loop from Evanston Central Street

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Skokie Lagoons – Harms Woods Preserve loop from Evanston Central Street

02:02

38.5km

60m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 31.9 km for 65 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.91 km

Green Bay Trail (Gravel Section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Road surface tolerable, but loose gravel and roughness. Suggest 28mm or larger tires.

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13.6 km

Chicago Botanic Gardens

Highlight • Natural

The Chicago Botanic Garden has many fascinating plants for you to discover. Situated on the nine islands Cook County Forest Preserves, you can wander through 28 diverse gardens and natural …

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13.9 km

Chicago Botanical Gardens

Highlight • Structure

The Chicago Botanic Gardens are a mesmerizing oasis of diverse botanical wonders. While entrance is free, note that bikers are welcome to explore the garden; however, bikes must be walked …

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15.4 km

Skokie Lagoon #7

Lake

18.7 km

Skokie Lagoon No. 3

Highlight • Lake

Skokie Lagoons are a series of lagoons in this nature preserve managed by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Though bordered by roads, it's a nice little nature escape …

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20.2 km

The southern portion of Skokie Lagoons is where the North Branch Paved Red Trail runs through a shaded area alongside the Skokie River West Ditch—a refreshing and less busy stretch to ride near the lagoons.

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21.0 km

Skokie Lagoons

Highlight • Lake

Skokie Lagoons are a beautiful lagoon system to the north of Chicago. A nature preserve, the area is rich in plant, bird and animal life, so there are plenty of …

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21.5 km

Skokie Lagoon 1

Highlight • Lake

This is one of seven lagoons found in this park. Originally dug by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) between 1933 and 1942, it is now a very popular place for kayaking, hiking, running, and biking.

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26.9 km

Blue Star Memorial Woods Preserve

Nature Reserve

28.7 km

Harms Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This nature preserve has been the subject of years of dedicated restoration efforts. On this side of the river, it's full of unpaved trails great for walking and running, and …

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38.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.3 km

8.86 km

2.81 km

1.32 km

1.29 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.1 km

8.32 km

6.12 km

726 m

261 m

Elevation

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Skokie Lagoons – Harms Woods Preserve loop from Evanston Central Street

Green Bay Trail (Gravel Section)

Chicago Botanic Gardens

Chicago Botanical Gardens

Skokie Lagoon No. 3

Skokie Lagoons South

Skokie Lagoons

Skokie Lagoon 1

Harms Woods Preserve

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