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The Lake at Independence Grove is a must-visit stop along the Des Plaines River Trail, offering cyclists a scenic and easy ride through a 115-acre retreat. Once a gravel quarry, this reclaimed space now features smooth paths, gentle terrain, and beautiful lake views—perfect for beginners and family-friendly outings. Visit in the spring, and you might spot colorful wildflowers adding even more charm to this peaceful ride.

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail leads you to Minear Lake, a peaceful 72-acre lake perfect for a break. Take in the calm waters surrounded by tall trees, then head just steps away to the sandy beach if you're up for a swim. In the summer, it’s an ideal spot for a refreshing dip, but even if you’re just passing through, the quiet shoreline offers the perfect place to pause and soak in the scenery.

The Lake at Independence Grove, a highlight along the Des Plaines River Trail, offers hikers a scenic 115-acre retreat within a reclaimed gravel quarry. If you're visiting in the spring, you may be able to spot colorful warblers along the surrounding woodlands!

Millennium Trail is a versatile path, mostly gravel (compacted crushed stone) with some short paved sections. The trail connects central, western, and northern Lake County, linking residential areas to parks, forest preserves, schools, and business districts. The northern segment begins at McDonald Woods Forest Preserve, going to Rollins Savanna Forest Preserve. Along the way, you will pass by lakes, woodlands, and green open spaces.

This is the south end of the Millennium Trail; this portion of trail also passes through Wauconda before ending in Mundelein. If you want to, you can connect this end of the trail with the northern segment by pedaling through Round Lake Area Park, but the rougher surfaces there might not be friendly for skinny tires.