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Rockford

Pierce Lake – Rock Cut State Park loop from Rock Valley College

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Illinois
Winnebago County
Rockford

Pierce Lake – Rock Cut State Park loop from Rock Valley College

Moderate

3.2

(7)

29

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Pierce Lake – Rock Cut State Park loop from Rock Valley College

01:47

29.1km

190m

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: February 28, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

8.99 km

South Hart Rd Grassland Natural Area

Highlight • Natural

2

10.6 km

Pierce Lake

Highlight • Lake

The road runs right along the lake and over the dam. The views from here stretch right across to the far end of the lake. There are plenty of amenities …

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3

11.3 km

Rock Cut State Park

Highlight • Forest

You can camp at Rock Cut. This park is home to an abundant fauna of aquatic birds, and wild animals. You will find more than 100 types of wildflowers within …

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4

12.7 km

Boardwalk in Rock Cut State Park

Highlight • Bridge

You can camp at Rock Cut. This park is home to an abundant fauna of aquatic birds, and wild animals. You will find more than 100 types of wildflowers within …

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19.0 km

Plum Grove Nature Preserve

Nature Reserve

B

29.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.3 km

2.56 km

2.10 km

250 m

Surfaces

16.2 km

10.8 km

1.85 km

280 m

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