The Top 5 Lakes around Oak Brook

Looking to visit the best lakes around Oak Brook? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Oak Brook’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Rice Lake

Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail

Prince Pond

Thatcher Glen Pond

Lyman Woods Forest Preserve

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Rice Lake
Cycling Highlight
Rice Lake is right at the start point of the Danada-Herrick Regional Lake Trail that winds through the Danada and Herrick Lake Forest Preserves. This pretty lake is great for …
Tip by David Howells
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Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail
Mountain Biking Highlight (Segment)
The total length of the Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail is about 8 miles long and is a popular path for mountain biking, hiking, and running. This crushed gravel path visits …
Tip by Alex
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Prince Pond
Road Cycling Highlight
Prince Pond is the center of Prince Park in the middle of Downtown Downers Grove. This is a peaceful spot in an urban setting, and a great place to stop as you ride around the area.
Tip by Jamie S.
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Thatcher Glen Pond
Running Highlight
An oxbow of the Des Plaines River helped to create the flood-prone Thatcher Glen Pond. This small fishing reservoir has a forest path that passes along its eastern bank.
Tip by Matthew
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Lyman Woods Forest Preserve
Hiking Highlight
Lyman Woods Forest Preserve is a 150 acre park of oak woods, prairie, and marshland. There are hundreds of native plant and animal species that live in the preserve.
Tip by mtm05005
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