Tomahawk Slough – View of Tomahawk Slough loop from Plot M

Mountain biking trails

United States

Illinois

Cook County

Tomahawk Slough – View of Tomahawk Slough loop from Plot M

Hard

4.9

(1121)

8,392

riders

Tomahawk Slough – View of Tomahawk Slough loop from Plot M

02:24

29.1km

200m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 15.8 km for 1.50 km

After 21.7 km for 2.07 km

Waypoints

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Parking

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