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The best walks and hikes around Northbrook

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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Northbrook, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Northbrook.

Last updated: November 9, 2025

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1. Des Plaines River Trail to Cahokia Flatwoods — Forest Preserve of Cook County

18.8km

04:45

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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2. Chicago Botanical Gardens loop — Skokie

2.63km

00:40

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Botanical Gardens via Skokie Lagoons loop — Skokie

11.7km

02:57

10m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Outer Loop Trail — Somme Prairie Grove Nature Preserve

3.10km

00:47

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy

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5. Circle Gardens – Botanical Garden loop from Braeside

5.97km

01:31

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Northbrook

1. Des Plaines River Trail to Cahokia Flatwoods — Forest Preserve of Cook County

2. Chicago Botanical Gardens loop — Skokie

3. Botanical Gardens via Skokie Lagoons loop — Skokie

4. Outer Loop Trail — Somme Prairie Grove Nature Preserve

5. Circle Gardens – Botanical Garden loop from Braeside

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