The Des Plaines River Trail stretches over 56 miles along the Des Plaines River, offering a scenic natural escape through Lake and Cook Counties, just outside Chicago. This multi-use trail features a mix of surfaces, including pavement, crushed stone, and single-track forest paths, making for an exciting and varied biking experience. The northern sections are well-maintained and popular, while the southern portions become narrower and more rugged. This particular portion of the Des Plaines River Trail passes through Half Day Forest Preserve with nice views of the river and several ponds.

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1. Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Vernon Hills

51.9km

04:20

150m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

37.8km

03:30

100m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Des Plaines River Trail – Half Day Forest Preserve Ponds loop from Wheeling

40.7km

03:15

70m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 2.93 km

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Lincolnshire, Lake County, Illinois, United States

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Des Plaines River Trail – Half Day Forest Preserve

1. Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Vernon Hills

2. Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

3. Des Plaines River Trail – Half Day Forest Preserve Ponds loop from Wheeling

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