Rockford – Rockford loop from Harlem Hills Nature Preserve

Rockford – Rockford loop from Harlem Hills Nature Preserve

Moderate

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(9221)

9,222

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Rockford – Rockford loop from Harlem Hills Nature Preserve

02:07

40.3km

110m

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: October 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.7 km for 95 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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17.8 km

Sinnissippi Lagoon

Highlight • Lake

Created in the 1920s as part of a larger park and recreation development, the lagoon is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and ice skating. It is also home to a variety of waterfowl and other wildlife.

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17.9 km

Sinnissippi Gardens

Highlight • Natural

This is a lovely garden in Rockford with more than 2,000 rose bushes! Nearby, you can visit the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens which has tropical trees and many other interesting plant species.

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18.6 km

Rock River Recreation Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rock River Recreation Path is an almost 9-mile long paved trail through Rockford. For much of the trail, you are alongside the Rock River and passing through several urban parks.

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19.9 km

Rockford

Highlight • Settlement

The city of Rockford is a historic town in Illinois. First settled in the 1830s, it was an important center of commerce as it was roughly equidistant between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River.

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20.4 km

Rockford

Highlight • Settlement

Rockford enjoys a beautiful riverside location. It has excellent museums. The city is very proud of its Andersson Japanese Garden.

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21.0 km

Rockford murals

Highlight • Monument

Rockford has heaps of colourful murals by different artists around the city. The project was inspired by the Aubudon Mural Project in New York. Check out the locations of different murals here: gorockford.com/cre8iv/completed-murals

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40.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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