Moderate bike 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: September 30, 2025

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Romeoville Prairie Nature Preserve

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

Wood Ridge Forest Preserve

Keepataw Reserve

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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380 m

Lock Number 1

Highlight • Structure

Lock Number 1 is the first lock south of Chicago. It is in the town of Lockport and has a picnic area with views of the canal.

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29.1 km

Sawmill Creek Bridge, Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

Highlight • Bridge

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.

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51.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.7 km

22.6 km

1.91 km

714 m

376 m

217 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.1 km

19.3 km

8.00 km

3.02 km

134 m

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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