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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River bridge loop from Lake Forest

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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River bridge loop from Lake Forest

Hard

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(4553)

14,349

runners

Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River bridge loop from Lake Forest

04:45

45.9km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

3.90 km

Middlefork Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Embark on the Middlefork Greenway, a beloved 4-mile multiuse trail offering a scenic escape for birding, cross-country skiing, running, and hiking enthusiasts. This popular trail provides a serene environment, allowing moments of solitude during quieter periods of the day.

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5.71 km

Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

3

6.75 km

Middlefork Greenway

Highlight • Trail

This winding dirt trail takes you through the heart of the Middlefork Savanna. You parallel the North Branch Chicago River as the trail meanders through verdant riverlands. This is a …

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4

7.62 km

Middlefork Greenway

Highlight • Trail

The trail is generally flat, making it easy for walking, running, and biking for people of all ages and fitness levels. As you travel along the trail, you'll experience a beautiful mix of habitats.

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5

12.8 km

Old School Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Trees, ponds and flowers make the Old School Forest Preserve an ideal habitat for many animal species, flowers and more. Here you can completely immerse yourself in nature.

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6

17.0 km

Minear Lake

Highlight • Lake

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail leads you to Minear Lake, a peaceful 72-acre lake perfect for a break. Take in the calm waters surrounded by tall trees, …

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7

20.5 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

A very nice pond where you can observe dragonflies and water birds.

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8

33.9 km

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

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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39.0 km

Half Day Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

10

40.2 km

Des Plaines River bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Des Plaines River flows southwards from Wisconsin and down through Illinois. It makes for an excellent cycling companion thanks to the trails that wind alongside it. This bridge spans …

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42.5 km

Grainger Woods Conservation Preserve

Forest

B

45.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.1 km

1.25 km

879 m

346 m

287 m

Surfaces

34.3 km

8.14 km

1.19 km

1.12 km

935 m

151 m

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Friday 9 October

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52 %

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