The Top 20 Attractions around Elmhurst
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Elmhurst. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Elmhurst is a region where 20
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: September 30, 2025
This park derives its name from the creek that runs through it. It encompasses a wide variety of terrain, including prairie, marsh, and meadows, making it an excellent habitat for various types of wildlife.
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The Salt Creek Greenway trail is a 25-mile-long multi-user path which follows the creek from Busse Forest in Elk Grove Village to the Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield. It links into …
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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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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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This is one of the many forest preserves along the Des Plaines River Trail. There are picnic tables, bathrooms and parking for trail access here. You can enjoy some great views of the river from here as well.
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