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Skokie Lagoon 5 – North Branch Black Paved Trail loop from Winnetka

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Skokie Lagoon 5 – North Branch Black Paved Trail loop from Winnetka

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Skokie Lagoon 5 – North Branch Black Paved Trail loop from Winnetka

02:14

35.5km

110m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 26, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.54 km for 78 m

After 12.5 km for 88 m

After 33.9 km for 78 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

4.09 km

Skokie Lagoon 4

Highlight • Lake

The views of the lagoon are lovely, giving a chance to enjoy a peaceful moment away from traffic and noise of the city. There are picnic benches here if you would like to take a break.

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2

4.58 km

Skokie Lagoon 5

Highlight • Lake

Nestled within the north and central sections of Skokie Lagoons, this lagoon is encircled by trails from the North Branch Trail System, providing cyclists with a tranquil and picturesque route. …

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3

5.78 km

North Branch Black Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a paved 21.3 mi (34 km) trail from Highland Park to Chicago. It's shared use so look out for other pedestrians and watch your speed. Enjoy the smooth, traffic-free riding!

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4

12.3 km

Rosewood Beach

Highlight • Beach

Experience the allure of Rosewood Beach, a nationally acclaimed destination offering diverse amenities. Discover a nature cove for ecological programs, a guarded swimming beach, and a recreation beach. Nestled against …

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5

12.5 km

Rosewood Beach

Highlight • Beach

This is a wonderful beach in Chicago where you can swim and relax in nature. Check out the swimming times before you arrive here: pdhp.org/rosewood-beach

The beach has a nature cove for ecological programs too.

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6

21.1 km

Green Bay Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Explore the picturesque Green Bay Trail, a delightful 9-mile route paralleling Chicago's Metra commuter rail line north of the city. Winding through North Shore towns like Kenilworth, Winnetka, Highland Park, …

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27.7 km

Skokie Lagoon #7

Lake

31.0 km

Tower Road Boat Launch

Nature Reserve

9

31.4 km

Skokie Lagoon 3

Highlight • Lake

Skokie Lagoon #3 is one of seven lagoons within Skokie Lagoons Forest Preserve. Combined, the lagoons total over 190 acres. This lagoon provides a great opportunity for spotting wildlife as …

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B

35.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.2 km

7.91 km

5.15 km

3.43 km

557 m

168 m

Surfaces

26.4 km

4.01 km

3.92 km

1.10 km

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