The best walks and hikes around Lake Catherine
4.8
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48
hikers
4
hikes
Last updated: October 27, 2025
4.5
(4)
7
hikers
1. Gold Finch & Badger Trails loop — Chain O'Lakes State Park
5.20km
01:21
30m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(1)
14
hikers
2. Hastings Lake Forest Preserve loop from Lake Villa
3.84km
00:59
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
14
hikers
3. Hastings Lake loop from Lake Villa
3.87km
01:00
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
6
hikers
4. Sun Lake Forest Preserve loop from Antioch
4.33km
01:06
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
7
hikers
5. Sun Lake Forest Preserve loop from Lake Villa
5.82km
01:29
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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