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Sawmill Creek offers a charming spot to see damselflies, and a small bridge that occasionally floods. The area is peaceful and a nice spot along Waterfall Glenn Main Trail.

Sawmill Creek offers a charming spot to see damselflies, and a small bridge that occasionally floods. The area is peaceful and a nice spot along Waterfall Glenn Main Trail.

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.

While not immense, the gentle Rocky Glen Waterfall brings a sense of serenity to this run. As Sawmill Creek spills down the rocky cascade, take a moment to close your eyes and listen to the soothing, steady sounds. Small yet magical, this waterfall rewards with tranquility.

The Des Plaines River Scenic Overlook is on the Waterfall Glen Main Trail. It gives hikers a good view down into the Des Plaines River to the south and the industries beside it. Enjoy this green area and lookout for frogs on the trail, as this preserved area is home to the American Toad, American Bullfrog, Green Frog, and Northern Leopard Frog.

This stretch of the trail brings you thrillingly close to active train tracks, so take caution with children or unleashed pets as there is no barrier between the trail and the train tracks. Stand safely back from the rails and watch in awe as locomotives roar past.

While not immense, the gentle Rocky Glen Waterfall brings a sense of serenity to this hike. As Sawmill Creek spills down the rocky cascade, take a moment to close your eyes and listen to the soothing, steady sounds. Small yet magical, this waterfall rewards with tranquility.