The Herrick Lake Forest Preserve features a handful of trails that wind through the wetland, meadow, and forest areas in the preserve's boundaries. You can actually access the trails from all sides of the property, so you can start your run from a number of spots.

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November 21, 2023

Hiking

The Herrick Lake Forest Preserve features a handful of trails that wind their way through the wetland, meadow and forest areas in the preserve's boundaries. You can actually access the trails from all sides of the property, so you can start your hike from a number of spots.

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Best Hikes to Herrick Lake Forest Preserve

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1. Herrick Lake Forest Preserve loop via Green Heron Trail — Wheaton, Illinois

6.44km

01:39

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Nice bench – Herrick Lake Forest Preserve loop from Warrenhurst

8.51km

02:10

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Herrick Lake – Herrick Lake Forest Preserve loop from Danada Forest Preserve

13.8km

03:30

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 240 m

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Tuesday 27 January

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-17°C

16 %

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Max wind speed: 32.0 km/h

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Location: Dupage County, Illinois, United States

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Herrick Lake Forest Preserve

1. Herrick Lake Forest Preserve loop via Green Heron Trail — Wheaton, Illinois

2. Nice bench – Herrick Lake Forest Preserve loop from Warrenhurst

3. Herrick Lake – Herrick Lake Forest Preserve loop from Danada Forest Preserve

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