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Founders Park – Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve loop from Winnetka

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Founders Park – Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve loop from Winnetka

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3.5

(2)

88

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Founders Park – Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve loop from Winnetka

01:30

35.6km

140m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 2, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 116 m for 4 m

After 35.5 km for 20 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

2.10 km

Green Bay Trail (Gravel Section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Road surface tolerable, but loose gravel and roughness. Suggest 28mm or larger tires.

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2

6.90 km

Founders Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Founders Park is a small, urban park in Glencoe. It has ball fields, picnic tables, a playground and restrooms.

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3

17.2 km

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve, an Illinois gem, combines history and nature. Amidst remnants of the former military base, discover scenic trails, woodlands, and Lake Michigan's shoreline for a diverse outdoor experience.

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4

18.2 km

General Sheridan Equestrian Statue

Highlight • Monument

The statue captures Sheridan astride his mount "Rienzi," inspiring his troops during the pivotal Battle of Five Forks in April 1865, a symbol of his leadership and victory. Visit Fort …

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5

30.9 km

Lakefront Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Lakefront Park is a lovely little park with plenty of shaded grassland for you to take a break from the bike and enjoy a rest.

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6

35.0 km

Home Alone House

Highlight • Monument

This is the house where the movie Home Alone was filmed—a fun spot to stop by and remember this iconic film before continuing your ride.

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B

35.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.1 km

10.7 km

5.49 km

153 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.5 km

5.01 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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