Looking for the best mountain biking routes in Heritage Quarries Recreation Area? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful natural park in Cook County below — and …

Last updated: September 26, 2025

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1. Waterfall Glen Main Trail – Tomahawk Slough loop from Lemont

62.1km

04:09

310m

Expert mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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2. Waterfall Glen Main Trail loop — Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

15.5km

01:15

80m

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

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3. Inner Loop – Palos Trail System

15.4km

01:16

120m

Expert mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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4. Outer Loop – Palos Trail System

20.9km

01:42

100m

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

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5. Saganashkee Slough loop from Henry De Tonty Woods — Cook County

17.0km

01:24

120m

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

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The best MTB trails in Heritage Quarries Recreation Area

1. Waterfall Glen Main Trail – Tomahawk Slough loop from Lemont

2. Waterfall Glen Main Trail loop — Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

3. Inner Loop – Palos Trail System

4. Outer Loop – Palos Trail System

5. Saganashkee Slough loop from Henry De Tonty Woods — Cook County

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