This lake is a key feature of the Salt Creek Water Trails, offering opportunities to explore the area by rowboat, canoe, or kayak, all of which can be rented nearby. Even if you choose to stay on land, the views from here are awesome.

Jutta

June 23, 2018

Hiking

Busse LakeMain Pool can be explored by canoe.

Matthew

November 15, 2023

Cycling

A small rocky dam separates the North Pool and the Main Pool of Busse Lake from each other. The paved (and striped) Busse Woods Bicycle Trail (BWBT) passes directly between the two reservoirs and offers great views out onto the water.

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1. Busse Woods Red Loop Trail

15.5km

00:54

30m

Enjoy an easy 9.6-mile touring cycling loop through Ned Brown Forest Preserve, featuring Busse Lake views and an elk pasture.

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2. Busse Lake – Bridge over Salt Creek loop from Elk Grove Township

28.8km

01:42

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Busse Woods Paved Trail – Bridge over Salt Creek loop from Arlington Park

35.4km

02:04

80m

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

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Elevation 210 m

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Cook County, Illinois, United States

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Busse Lake — North and Main Pools

1. Busse Woods Red Loop Trail

2. Busse Lake – Bridge over Salt Creek loop from Elk Grove Township

3. Busse Woods Paved Trail – Bridge over Salt Creek loop from Arlington Park

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