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Lake Defiance

Name: Lake Defiance
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Location: Mchenry County, Illinois, United States

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1. Moraine Hills State Park – Lake Defiance loop from Holiday Hills

15.5km

00:55

50m

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

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Easy

Up to 2 hours and 500 ft. of elevation gain. Great for any fitness level.Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Up to 5 hours and 1500 ft. of elevation gain. Requires good fitness.Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

Expert

More than 5 hours or 1500 ft. of elevation gain. Requires very good fitness.You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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2. Moraine Hills State Park – Lake Defiance loop from McHenry

31.3km

01:54

150m

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

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Easy

Up to 2 hours and 500 ft. of elevation gain. Great for any fitness level.Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Up to 5 hours and 1500 ft. of elevation gain. Requires good fitness.Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

Expert

More than 5 hours or 1500 ft. of elevation gain. Requires very good fitness.You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Javi Jaavii

January 17, 2024

This natural lake is an oasis of calm and peace located in the heart of Moraine Hills. The Lake Defiance Trail encircles it entirely, giving you the opportunity to spot many species of birds.

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Location: Mchenry County, Illinois, United States

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