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Fox River view – Fox River loop from Cary

Fox River view – Fox River loop from Cary

Moderate

4.8

(8238)

16,551

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Fox River view – Fox River loop from Cary

04:04

78.6km

340m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

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After 38.2 km for 3.72 km

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Start point

Train Station

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13.1 km

Fox River view

Highlight • Viewpoint

The views across to Fox River and beyond are fantastic from here. It is especially good as the sun sets. Keep your eyes peeled for the varied bird life around the river.

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18.0 km

Fox River

Lake

21.6 km

Fox River

Highlight • River

The Fox River flows for 202 miles (325 km) from Wisconsin to Ottawa in Illinois. It's a tributary of the Illinois River. The Fox River Trail runs along the length …

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36.9 km

Fox River Bluff Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

37.2 km

Fox River Trail: Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Fox River Trail from the Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods hugs the bank of the Fox River while mostly sticking in the trees. Like …

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46.5 km

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Highlight • Bridge

The reflection of the classic stone brick railway bridge on the Fox River on a still day is beautiful, with a backdrop of green mixed trees. A lovely spot to …

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55.7 km

Fox River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Fox River Trail is a 25-mile long multiuse path that follows the river that gives the path its name. It is fully paved and follows the path of an old railway corridor.

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60.0 km

Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation

Highlight • Natural

The Fox River Trail, owned by the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, aligns with the Fox River Fen preserve to the east. Established in 1948 by Max McGraw, this private organization …

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66.5 km

Fox River Shores Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Nestled in Kane County, Fox River Shores Forest Preserve spans 300 acres along the Fox River. Boasting diverse habitats, this preserve invites visitors to explore nature trails, observe wildlife, and …

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71.1 km

Wooden Bridge Over Fox River

Highlight • Bridge

Nice wooden bridge that takes you over the Fox River and into Algonquin. The bridge is part of the Fox River Trail and is completely car-free.

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78.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.6 km

11.5 km

7.31 km

4.17 km

102 m

Surfaces

50.0 km

23.6 km

4.64 km

447 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Friday 3 July

31°C

21°C

97 %

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Fox River view – Fox River loop from Cary

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Fox River view – Fox River loop from Cary

Fox River view

Fox River

Fox River Trail: Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Fox River Trail

Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation

Fox River Shores Forest Preserve

Wooden Bridge Over Fox River

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