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Sag Valley Forest Preserve – Forty Acre Woods loop from Willow Springs

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United States
Illinois
Cook County
Willow Springs

Sag Valley Forest Preserve – Forty Acre Woods loop from Willow Springs

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Sag Valley Forest Preserve – Forty Acre Woods loop from Willow Springs

02:48

35.3km

180m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 26, 2025

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Sag Valley Forest Preserve

Forty Acre Woods

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

5.42 km

McMahon Woods & Fen Nature Preserve

Nature Reserve

2

6.95 km

East Shore of Saganashkee Slough

Highlight • Lake

The east shore of Saganashkee Slough in the Palos Forest Preserves offers a popular walking, biking, and fishing spot. Visitors can spot all sorts of birds, including loons, herons, and …

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3

9.41 km

Swallow Cliff Stairs and Bluff View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Swallow Cliff Woods features views from 100-foot tall bluffs that you can earn via a number of trails. One of the main attractions in the park is the big staircase …

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4

12.9 km

Sag Valley Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This area provides a tranquil experience in a lush green environment, connecting with the Palos Trail System. It features picnic areas and expansive open fields, providing excellent spots to take a break.

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5

13.8 km

Palos Preserves

Nature Reserve

6

14.4 km

McClaughrey Springs Woods

Highlight • Forest

Trails from the Palos Trail System wind through rolling hills and deep ravines, offering a scenic journey through lush greenery. Birdwatching is excellent in this area, with a diverse range of 120 bird species.

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7

15.0 km

Forty Acre Woods

Highlight • Forest

Forty Acre Woods is actually a 57-acre area with miles of unpaved trails that connect with the Palos Trail System. In the fall, this area offers a stunning sight as the trees begin to change colors.

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8

18.1 km

Sag Valley Forest Preserve Trail

Highlight • Trail

This area offers a nice break from the city with a peaceful setting away from the noise. There are miles of unpaved trails connecting with several preserves in the area, making for a wide variety of routes you can take.

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9

22.4 km

Cal-Sag Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

​The Cal-Sag Trail, or Calumet-Sag Trail, is a paved multi-use path spanning 16.2 miles. It connects the John Husar I&M Canal Trail in Lemont to the Major Taylor Trail in …

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10

27.3 km

Sag Quarry West

Lake

11

31.1 km

John Husar I&M Canal Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The John Husar I & M Canal Trail has a fascinating history, connecting Lake Michigan to the Mississippi River long ago. Now, it's a wonderful place to visit and ride …

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35.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.9 km

13.0 km

2.54 km

1.39 km

776 m

378 m

236 m

Surfaces

16.7 km

9.62 km

8.08 km

472 m

345 m

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