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The best walks and hikes around Des Plaines

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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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1. Red Paved loop — Busse Forest Nature Preserve

12.0km

03:02

30m

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

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2. Campground Road Woods via Des Plaines River Trail — Des Plaines

7.11km

01:47

10m

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

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

18.8km

04:45

30m

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

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4. Campground Road & Algonquin Woods loop — Campground Road Woods Preserve

5.53km

01:24

10m

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

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5. Robinson Woods North – Robinson Woods South loop from O'Hare

7.74km

01:57

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 Des Plaines

1. Red Paved loop — Busse Forest Nature Preserve

2. Campground Road Woods via Des Plaines River Trail — Des Plaines

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

4. Campground Road & Algonquin Woods loop — Campground Road Woods Preserve

5. Robinson Woods North – Robinson Woods South loop from O'Hare

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