Spears Woods is a wooded area 470 acres in size. Here, visitors can find oak groves, woodland, savanna, prairie, sedge meadow, freshwater marsh, and stream habitats. It is easy to access this area of the Palos Trail System. Spears Woods is nice to visit year-round, as snow does not get too deep in the winter. Hikers can take a quick nature walk or take a long hike. In the 2010s, it was a major focus for ecological restoration, and the efforts have paid off in this blooming ecosystem.

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1. Orange, Yellow, and Brown Loop

8.12km

02:06

50m

Hike the moderate 5.0 miles (8.1 km) Orange, Yellow, and Brown Loop in Palos Forest Preserves, featuring woodlands and Cranberry Slough.

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2. Spears Woods to Willow Springs Loop

5.28km

01:23

40m

This easy 3.3-mile loop through Spears Woods offers diverse terrain, oak groves, prairies, and opportunities for wildlife viewing.

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3. Dan McMahon Woods to Spear Woods loop via Palos Tan Unpaved Trail

10.0km

02:36

60m

Hike the moderate 6.2-mile Dan McMahon Woods to Spear Woods loop via Palos Tan Unpaved Trail, exploring diverse ecosystems and a unique peat

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Elevation 220 m

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Wednesday 18 March

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Location: Cook County, Illinois, United States

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1. Orange, Yellow, and Brown Loop

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3. Dan McMahon Woods to Spear Woods loop via Palos Tan Unpaved Trail

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