Easy hikes and walks around Lake Forest

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Exploring Lake Forest on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks around Lake Forest. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Half Day County Forest Preserve loop via Des Plaines River Trail — Vernon Hills, Illinois	Easy 01:49 7.16km
Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve loop — Lake Forest, Illinois	Easy 00:59 3.76km
Edward L. Ryerson Nature Preserve loop — Riverwoods, Illinois	Easy 01:15 4.95km
Forest Loop — Old School Forest Preserve	Easy 01:05 4.29km

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Half Day County Forest Preserve loop via Des Plaines River Trail — Vernon Hills, Illinois
01:49
7.16km
3.9km/h
20m
20m
Easy
5.0
(2)
18
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve loop — Lake Forest, Illinois
00:59
3.76km
3.8km/h
30m
30m
Easy
5.0
(1)
14
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Edward L. Ryerson Nature Preserve loop — Riverwoods, Illinois
01:15
4.95km
4.0km/h
10m
10m
Easy
5.0
(5)
16
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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Forest Loop — Old School Forest Preserve
01:05
4.29km
3.9km/h
10m
10m
Easy
13
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.