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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Lake Villa

Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Lake Villa

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3

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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Lake Villa

02:58

56.9km

190m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 14.4 km for 230 m

After 15.6 km for 237 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

7.91 km

Millennium Trail

Highlight • Trail

2

8.58 km

Rollins Savanna Millennium Trail

Highlight • Trail

This part of the Millenium trail is particularly fine to ride on, because it consists of a very fine gravel.

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3

9.42 km

Rollins Savanna Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

A 1,200 acre prairie preserve in Grayslake, Rollins Savanna Forest Preserve is the epitome of a lush landscape. With diverse wildlife and terrain, you'll have no issue finding a moment of peace and adventure in Lake County's local wilderness.

Tip by

4

23.3 km

Northeast Pavillion Picnic Area

Highlight • Lake

5

23.4 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

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

Tip by

6

25.6 km

Des Plaines River Trail - Libertyville

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail is perfect for beginner cyclists and families looking for a smooth, scenic ride. Towering trees provide shade in the summer, while autumn …

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7

28.4 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful area

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32.4 km

Lake Carina Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

9

36.6 km

Pond in Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

You can follow the trail for 56 miles along the Des Plaines River with gorgeous views of local preserves, watersheds, forests, and marshes. The trail is wide packed gravel and …

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37.6 km

Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

B

56.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.9 km

10.1 km

9.76 km

7.48 km

1.77 km

943 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.4 km

14.1 km

13.2 km

1.27 km

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

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