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Alex
November 15, 2023
Hiking
Spears Woods is a wooded area 470 acres in size. Here, visitors can find oak groves, woodland, savanna, prairie, sedge meadow, freshwater marsh, and stream habitats. It is easy to access this area of the Palos Trail System. Spears Woods is nice to visit year-round, as snow does not get too deep in the winter. Hikers can take a quick nature walk or take a long hike. In the 2010s, it was a major focus for ecological restoration, and the efforts have paid off in this blooming ecosystem.
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3
hikers
8.12km
02:06
50m
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If you're looking for a peaceful hike through diverse woodlands in Cook County, Illinois, the Orange, Yellow, and Brown Loop is a solid choice. This moderate 5.0-mile (8.1 km) route…
Moderate
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5.28km
01:23
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This easy 3.3-mile loop through Spears Woods offers diverse terrain, oak groves, prairies, and opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Easy
5.0
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17
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02:36
60m
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Hike the moderate 6.2-mile Dan McMahon Woods to Spear Woods loop via Palos Tan Unpaved Trail, exploring diverse ecosystems and a unique peat
Moderate
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Elevation 220 m
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