Centennial Trail – Salt Creek loop from Galewood

Centennial Trail – Salt Creek loop from Galewood

Hard

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Centennial Trail – Salt Creek loop from Galewood

05:44

125km

220m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 49.9 km for 4.93 km

After 56.9 km for 5.92 km

After 66.7 km for 4.93 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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31.1 km

John Husar I&M Canal Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great microbrewery and pizza on the trail in Willow Springs

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41.9 km

Centennial Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a paved 30-mile (48 km) bike trail that traces a former railway line through Snohomish and Skagit county. You ride through beautiful scenery – green farmland, creeks and …

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49.1 km

Schneider's Passage Entrance, Centennial Trail – Romeoville Prairie Nature Preserve

Highlight • Rest Area

There is seating, restrooms, parking, and bike tools located at this highlight. It is a good place to break between Joliet and Sag Quarries.

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60.8 km

Illinois and Michigan Canal

Lake

84.7 km

Centennial Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The centennial trail follows both the des Plaines river and also the Chicago Sanitary and ship Canal. These two green lines allow you to get to the city center avoiding the traffic.

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104 km

Salt Creek Woods

Highlight • Forest

The Salt Creek Woods is named after the river that runs through it. Various animal and bird species can be observed here.

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109 km

Salt Creek

Highlight • River

The Salt Creek Greenway (Red Paved Trail) follows Salt Creek for a handful of miles. The creek, itself, is prone to flooding after big rainy days, but it's also a …

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109 km

Salt Creek

Highlight • River

Nestled alongside the Salt Creek Greenway, Salt Creek offers a tranquil spot for cyclists. It's an ideal place for a water break and to enjoy the serene surroundings. Be aware, …

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111 km

Salt Creek

Highlight • River

Nestled alongside the Salt Creek Greenway, Salt Creek offers a tranquil spot for cyclists. It's an ideal place for a water break and to enjoy the serene surroundings. Be aware, …

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111 km

Brookfield Woods

Forest

113 km

McCormick Woods Preserve

Nature Reserve

125 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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