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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

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2.7

(26)

54

riders

Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

01:55

36.7km

110m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.39 km

Nice fishing hole

Highlight • Lake

2

4.19 km

Northeast Pavillion Picnic Area

Highlight • Lake

3

4.27 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

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

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4

6.44 km

Des Plaines River Trail - Libertyville

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail is perfect for beginner cyclists and families looking for a smooth, scenic ride. Towering trees provide shade in the summer, while autumn …

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5

9.81 km

Bike repair station on the Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Rest Area

This bike repair station along the Des Plaines River Trail is equipped with an air pump, tire levers, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers—perfect for quick adjustments and on-the-go maintenance.

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13.2 km

Lake Carina Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

7

17.4 km

Pond in Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

You can follow the trail for 56 miles along the Des Plaines River with gorgeous views of local preserves, watersheds, forests, and marshes. The trail is wide packed gravel and …

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18.4 km

Sedge Meadow Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

9

25.3 km

Washington Street Bike Path

Highlight • Lake

This bike path goes up or down (depending on) the course of the Des Plaines River.

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10

28.1 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

break

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B

36.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.1 km

2.11 km

2.10 km

1.31 km

101 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

2.89 km

1.45 km

1.37 km

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