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Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve – Illinois Prairie Path loop from Elgin

Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve – Illinois Prairie Path loop from Elgin

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Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve – Illinois Prairie Path loop from Elgin

02:42

53.4km

210m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 36.4 km for 1.62 km

After 38.2 km for 399 m

After 38.8 km for 2.98 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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320 m

Elgin

Highlight • Settlement

Known as the 'City on the Suburbs', Elgin is a vibrant city northwest of Chicago. It has a vibrant arts scene, as well as plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants …

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10.4 km

Shoe Factory Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Shoe Factory Nature Reserve has a lovely range of flora and fauna to spot whilst cycling safely along the road. If you'd like to take a break off the bike …

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16.4 km

Bode Lake

Highlight • Lake

Bode Lake offers hikers 20 acres of beauty and serenity. Trails loop the sparkling 23-foot deep lake, inviting walkers to soak in pristine views. Anglers can try their luck fishing …

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30.1 km

Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This area is mostly an open meadow with beautiful wildflowers. The preserve offers 5.6 miles of trails that weave through the area, connecting Mallard Lake Forest Preserve and West Branch …

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38.8 km

Illinois Prairie Path (Elgin Branch)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Once a right-of-way for the Chicago Aurora & Elgin Railroad, the Illinois Prairie Path now runs for about 61 miles. Its surface is mostly crushed limestone dust, which should be …

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41.3 km

Cycling the Illinois Prairie Path offers a scenic adventure through nature and history. Spanning 61 miles, it winds through picturesque prairies, woodlands, and charming suburbs. The crushed limestone surface provides …

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44.7 km

Stearns Road Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A lovely bridge that passes safely under the busy Stream Road. The views of Fox River are good from here.

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44.9 km

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Highlight • Bridge

The reflection of the classic stone brick railway bridge on the Fox River on a still day is beautiful, with a backdrop of green mixed trees. A lovely spot to …

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53.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.3 km

18.1 km

5.96 km

4.53 km

1.42 km

112 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.9 km

17.8 km

4.51 km

1.12 km

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 8 June

26°C

18°C

94 %

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Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve – Illinois Prairie Path loop from Elgin

Elgin

Shoe Factory Nature Reserve

Bode Lake

Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve

Illinois Prairie Path (Elgin Branch)

Illinois Prairie Path

Stearns Road Trail Bridge

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

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