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North Branch Trail – North Branch Red Paved Trail loop from Glenview

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North Branch Trail – North Branch Red Paved Trail loop from Glenview

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North Branch Trail – North Branch Red Paved Trail loop from Glenview

01:56

33.4km

70m

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: August 3, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 18.2 km for 58 m

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

4.21 km

Deer in Watersmeet Woods

Highlight • Forest

If you are running along the North Branch Red Paved Trail or the dirt horse trail that follows the Skokie River, you'll pass through a bunch of different parks and …

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2

5.95 km

Blue Star Memorial Woods

Highlight • Forest

Discover the historical tapestry of Blue Star Memorial Woods, a site with a rich past. Amidst the enchanting oak woodland community at its core, remnants of its diverse history unfold, …

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3

7.85 km

Harms Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This nature preserve has been the subject of years of dedicated restoration efforts. On this side of the river, it's full of unpaved trails great for walking and running, and …

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4

9.01 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail system provides a choice between paved and unpaved trails, offering over 20 miles winding through various preserves and along the North Branch Chicago River.

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5

11.0 km

Linne Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Linne Woods Preserve is a nature preserve in Morton Grove, Illinois. A number of trails pass through the property, which is centered around the wetland and forest ecosystems created by …

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6

13.6 km

North Branch Red Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The North Branch Red Trail is an absolute blast. The perfect mix of gravel and paved, mostly in the shade of the woods.

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15.3 km

Forest Preserve District of Cook County

Nature Reserve

18.2 km

Caldwell Preserves

Nature Reserve

9

18.7 km

Caldwell Woods

Highlight • Forest

Very good area for hiking, jogging, picnic. It is a place where all outdoor activities are possible. It is a joy to be there.

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10

27.5 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

B

33.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.3 km

3.99 km

1.60 km

423 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.0 km

5.74 km

1.15 km

997 m

423 m

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