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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Independence Grove

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Illinois

Lake County

Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Independence Grove

Moderate

4.9

(8907)

17,936

riders

Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Independence Grove

02:24

26.4km

80m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.5 km for 75 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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220 m

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

A very nice pond where you can observe dragonflies and water birds.

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3.81 km

Minear Lake

Highlight • Lake

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail leads you to Minear Lake, a peaceful 72-acre lake perfect for a break. Take in the calm waters surrounded by tall trees, …

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4.35 km

Minear Lake Beach

Highlight • Beach

Refresh post-run at Minear Lake Beach. Dive into spring-fed waters, play, swim, or unwind on the clean sandy beach. The perfect finale to an energizing run.

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5.97 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

8.18 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

12.2 km

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

MacArthur Woods is a preserved forest that showcases the original landscape of the eastern Des Plaines River Valley. The area features a diverse mix of plants, creating an important habitat …

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16.5 km

Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

24.1 km

Bike Repair Station

Highlight • Rest Area

26.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.7 km

910 m

529 m

141 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.7 km

1.27 km

362 m

Elevation

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Saturday 30 May

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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Independence Grove

Independence Grove Lake

Minear Lake

Minear Lake Beach

Des Plaines River Trail

Des Plaines River Trail

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

Picnic Area

Bike Repair Station

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