The best walks and hikes around Forest Lake
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Last updated: October 9, 2025
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1. Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve loop — Long Grove, Illinois
3.16km
00:48
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
8
hikers
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Lake Zurich loop via Whitney Road — Lake Zurich, Illinois
4.82km
01:14
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4. Buffalo Creek Reservoir loop from Buffalo Grove
5.77km
01:29
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5. Heron Creek Forest Preserve loop from Long Grove
4.51km
01:09
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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