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Des Plaines River Scenic Overlook

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Des Plaines River Scenic Overlook

Name: Des Plaines River Scenic Overlook
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Location: Dupage County, Illinois, United States

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1. Waterfall Glen Main Trail loop — Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

16.6km

01:57

80m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy

Up to 3 miles and 330 ft. of elevation gain. Great for any fitness level.Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Up to 10 miles and 1000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires good fitness.Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

Expert

More than 10 miles or 1000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires very good fitness.Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Rocky Glen Waterfall loop from Bolingbrook

12.9km

01:21

80m

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

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Easy

Up to 3 miles and 330 ft. of elevation gain. Great for any fitness level.Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Up to 10 miles and 1000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires good fitness.Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

Expert

More than 10 miles or 1000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires very good fitness.Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Rocky Glen Waterfall loop from Bolingbrook

7.03km

00:45

40m

Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hiking

Bike

Mountain Bike

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Running

Easy

Up to 3 miles and 330 ft. of elevation gain. Great for any fitness level.Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Intermediate

Up to 10 miles and 1000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires good fitness.Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

Expert

More than 10 miles or 1000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires very good fitness.Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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oliviakellis

January 18, 2024

Nestled along the Waterfall Glen Main Trail, the Des Plaines River Scenic Overlook offers runners a picturesque view of the river and adjacent industries to the south. Revel in the lush surroundings and keep an eye out for frogs, as this preserved area is a habitat for the American Toad, American Bullfrog, Green Frog, and Northern Leopard Frog.

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