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McClaughry Springs Woods

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McClaughry Springs Woods

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Sag Valley Forest Preserve

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    November 15, 2023

    Hiking

    McClaughry Springs Woods is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. In the summer, the woods are vibrant green, while in the winter, hikers can find quiet, barren trees with a soft blanket of snow on the bottom. Hikers can enjoy the mostly flat Palos Trail System, which goes through hills and ravines with views of the surrounding landscapes. Viewing birds is also great here, with 120 species recorded.

    January 15, 2024

    Mountain biking

    Trails from the Palos Trail System wind through rolling hills and deep ravines, offering a scenic journey through lush greenery. Birdwatching is excellent in this area, with a diverse range of 120 bird species.

    February 21, 2024

    Cycling

    McClaughry Springs Woods is a preserved area along the Mill Creek, with a packed-dirt trail system that goes through the green forest. During winter you can find the preserved area with a soft blanket of snow covering the land. This a great place to birdwatch, as it’s a migratory hotspot to more than 120 species of birds.

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    1. Palos Yellow and Purple Loop

    4.64km

    01:15

    60m

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    This easy 2.9-mile hiking loop in Palos Preserves offers varied terrain, forested scenery, and a chance to see wildlife.

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    13.1km

    03:25

    100m

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    Hike the moderate 8.1-mile Yellow Loop through Sag Valley Forest Preserve, featuring forest paths and the Swallow Cliff Bluff View.
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    19.3km

    05:04

    150m

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    Hike the difficult 12.0-mile Sag Valley Yellow Loop through diverse woodlands and bluffs in the Palos Preserves, Cook County.
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    Elevation 210 m

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    Location: Cook County, Illinois, United States

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