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Des Plaines River Trail – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Mettawa

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Des Plaines River Trail – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Mettawa

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Des Plaines River Trail – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Mettawa

01:40

19.2km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.39 km

Old School Forest Preserve Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

9.52 km

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

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MacArthur Woods is a preserved forest that showcases the original landscape of the eastern Des Plaines River Valley. The area features a diverse mix of plants, creating an important habitat …

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16.2 km

Des Plaines River Trail is a popular 2 mile popular gravel trail located near Mettawa, Illinois, that runs largely along the water. It is popular with cyclists, walkers, runners, and the occasional horseback rider.

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19.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

2.11 km

1.67 km

655 m

Surfaces

14.7 km

2.24 km

1.67 km

651 m

Elevation

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Des Plaines River Trail – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Mettawa