The Top 15 Attractions around Wood Dale
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Wood Dale. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Wood Dale is a region where 15
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 29, 2025
Ned Brown Forest Preserve (Busse Woods)
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Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a 3,558-acre preserve with almost 13 miles of paved trails to ride. This park has an elk pasture and is one of the most popular parks in the state.
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Busse Lake — North and Main Pools
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A small rocky dam separates the North Pool and the Main Pool of Busse Lake from each other. The paved (and striped) Busse Woods Bicycle Trail (BWBT) passes directly between …
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Busse Woods Reservoir Bridge
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In addition to being a convenient way to cross the water, this is a popular place with anglers trying their luck. The views across the water and exceptional as well.
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Robinson Woods North Trail Along Des Plaines River
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This area offers a nice unpaved trail that follows along the Des Plaines River, providing enjoyable views and sounds as you ride. The park is named after Alexander Robinson, the English name of Potawatomi chief Chee-chee-pin-quay, born in 1787.
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Des Plaines River Trail
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This trail meanders along the Des Plaines River, meeting up and crossing the river several times through more than 12 forest preserves, offering plenty of opportunities to extend your ride.
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