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Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation – Fox River view loop from Big Timber Road

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Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation – Fox River view loop from Big Timber Road

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Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation – Fox River view loop from Big Timber Road

03:01

56.9km

190m

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: March 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.36 km

Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation

Highlight • Natural

The Fox River Trail, owned by the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, aligns with the Fox River Fen preserve to the east. Established in 1948 by Max McGraw, this private organization …

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13.9 km

Fox River Shores Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Nestled in Kane County, Fox River Shores Forest Preserve spans 300 acres along the Fox River. Boasting diverse habitats, this preserve invites visitors to explore nature trails, observe wildlife, and …

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17.5 km

Fox River Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The Fox River Trail begins at the McHenry County line in Algonquin and runs across 40 miles to Oswego in Kendall County. The trailhead is easily accessible from Chicago via Interstate 62.

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18.5 km

Wooden Bridge Over Fox River

Highlight • Bridge

Nice wooden bridge that takes you over the Fox River and into Algonquin. The bridge is part of the Fox River Trail and is completely car-free.

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22.9 km

McHenry County Prairie Trail (Grand Illinois Trail Section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Grand Illinois Trail (GIT) is a multi use hiking and biking trail that is nearly 500-miles long. Initiated in the mid-1990s, the Grand Illinois Trail is now a high …

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37.2 km

Fox River view

Highlight • Viewpoint

The views across to Fox River and beyond are fantastic from here. It is especially good as the sun sets. Keep your eyes peeled for the varied bird life around the river.

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42.1 km

Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation

Highlight • Trail

The Fox River Trail, owned by the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, aligns with the Fox River Fen preserve to the east. Established in 1948 by Max McGraw, this private organization …

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46.8 km

Fox River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Fox River Trail is a 25-mile long multiuse path that follows the river that gives the path its name. It is fully paved and follows the path of an old railway corridor.

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56.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.1 km

3.45 km

391 m

Surfaces

50.8 km

5.41 km

744 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation – Fox River view loop from Big Timber Road

Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation

Fox River Shores Forest Preserve

Fox River Trailhead

Wooden Bridge Over Fox River

McHenry County Prairie Trail (Grand Illinois Trail Section)

Fox River view

Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation

Fox River Trail

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