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Forty Acre Woods – Sag Valley Forest Preserve loop from Carl Sandburg High School

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Forty Acre Woods – Sag Valley Forest Preserve loop from Carl Sandburg High School

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Forty Acre Woods – Sag Valley Forest Preserve loop from Carl Sandburg High School

04:21

16.6km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Forty Acre Woods

Sag Valley Forest Preserve

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.08 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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4.82 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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5.19 km

Sag Valley Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

A wonderful park in the heart of Chicago. A place to relax while walking.

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7.95 km

Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Embark on a serene journey at Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve, where the hustle of urban life fades away amidst the glacier-formed landscape. This hidden gem in Cook County offers …

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9.11 km

Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Embark on a serene journey at Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve, where the hustle of urban life fades away amidst the glacier-formed landscape. This hidden gem in Cook County offers …

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16.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

3.14 km

865 m

155 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

2.86 km

936 m

750 m

631 m

146 m

Elevation

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Forty Acre Woods – Sag Valley Forest Preserve loop from Carl Sandburg High School

Forty Acre Woods

Sag Valley Forest Preserve Trail

Sag Valley Forest Preserve

Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve

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