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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Medicine Lake Regional Trail loop from The Svitak Family Forest Preserve

Elm Creek Park Reserve – Medicine Lake Regional Trail loop from The Svitak Family Forest Preserve

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3.5

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Medicine Lake Regional Trail loop from The Svitak Family Forest Preserve

02:07

51.1km

290m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.35 km

Medicine Lake Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A path runs along the edge of Rice Lake which is a lovely way to take in the surroundings. It's right next to the highway but the noise is very …

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13.2 km

Bridge on the Medicine Lake Regional Trail

Highlight • Bridge

The bike path features this lovely bridge over Elm Creek. As you ride along Maple Grove Arboretum, you get an up-close view of the beautiful trees that line the 15-acre park, especially in autumn when the leaves change.

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14.8 km

Elm Creek Park Reserve

Highlight • Forest

Elm Creek Park Reserve is the largest park in Three Rivers, covering 4,900 acres. It offers many amenities, such as hiking and biking trails, a swimming pond, and a nature center. It's also an excellent spot for birding.

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15.6 km

Elm Creek Park Reserve Parking Area

Highlight • Parking

Elm Creek Park offers a large parking area near the Elm Creek Chalet and trailhead. The chalet, a blend of modern and rustic design, is a venue for events. It …

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20.3 km

Medicine Lake Regional Trail in Elm Creek Park Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This 22-mile trail connects several parks and passes by lakes through Maple Grove. This section takes you through Elm Creek Park Reserve on a nicely paved path through a heavily …

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32.9 km

Boardwalk at Elm Creek Park Reserve

Highlight • Trail

This boardwalk guides you through a picturesque wetlands area, crossing over a creek and offering stunning views of the forested surroundings. Nearby is Powers Lake, where you might catch a glimpse of its beauty as you walk along this area.

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37.8 km

Valley Trail Boardwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Valley Trail loops around Mud Lake in the Elm Creek Park Reserve area. This section features a pleasant boardwalk that crosses over Elm Creek, providing lovely views of the water.

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43.0 km

Medicine Lake Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Medicine Lake Regional Trail is a 21-mile paved rails-to-trails path from Medicine Lake to Elm Creek Park Reserve. The trail connects to 3 more parks along the way.

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51.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.6 km

7.31 km

1.18 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

50.1 km

586 m

481 m

Elevation

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Medicine Lake Regional Trail loop from The Svitak Family Forest Preserve

Medicine Lake Regional Trail

Bridge on the Medicine Lake Regional Trail

Elm Creek Park Reserve

Elm Creek Park Reserve Parking Area

Medicine Lake Regional Trail in Elm Creek Park Reserve

Boardwalk at Elm Creek Park Reserve

Valley Trail Boardwalk

Medicine Lake Regional Trail

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