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Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve – Fort Sheridan Pond loop from Five Points

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve – Fort Sheridan Pond loop from Five Points

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Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve – Fort Sheridan Pond loop from Five Points

01:37

34.3km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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142 m in total

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Parking

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11.9 km

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve, an Illinois gem, combines history and nature. Amidst remnants of the former military base, discover scenic trails, woodlands, and Lake Michigan's shoreline for a diverse outdoor experience.

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15.2 km

Fort Sheridan Pond

Highlight • Lake

15.8 km

General Sheridan Equestrian Statue

Highlight • Monument

This bronze sculpture is a tribute to General Sheridan, a Civil War general. It depicts him on a horse during Battle of Five Forks in April 1865.

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27.1 km

Ravine Park

Nature Reserve

34.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

10.6 km

5.06 km

3.48 km

163 m

157 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.3 km

16.6 km

237 m

130 m

Elevation

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