Mountain biking around Northfield is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around Northfield, here are the best rides!

Last updated: September 24, 2025

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1. Des Plaines River Trail to Algonquin Woods from Northfield Woods — Cook County

23.7km

01:41

30m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Blue Star Memorial Woods to Chicago Dirt Jumps via Linne Woods Preserve loop — Cook County

47.5km

02:25

70m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Elder Lane Park to Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park loop — Cook County

40.8km

02:06

60m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Watersmeet Woods – Skokie Lagoon 5 loop from Glenview

30.3km

01:35

50m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Dam Number 1 Woods – Des Plains River Trail loop from The Glen of North Glenview

73.3km

04:35

150m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best MTB trails around Northfield

1. Des Plaines River Trail to Algonquin Woods from Northfield Woods — Cook County

2. Blue Star Memorial Woods to Chicago Dirt Jumps via Linne Woods Preserve loop — Cook County

3. Elder Lane Park to Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park loop — Cook County

4. Watersmeet Woods – Skokie Lagoon 5 loop from Glenview

5. Dam Number 1 Woods – Des Plains River Trail loop from The Glen of North Glenview

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