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View of Fabyan Windmill – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Mesa & Kirk

View of Fabyan Windmill – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Mesa & Kirk

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(6954)

19,789

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View of Fabyan Windmill – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Mesa & Kirk

03:36

70.6km

230m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

James "Pate" Philip State Park

Fabyan Forest Preserve

Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.70 km

Fox River Trail at Clark Island Recreation Area

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Fox River Trail (FRT) follows the paths of three former railroads: the Chicago, Aurora & Elgin; the Aurora, Elgin & Fox River Electric; and the Chicago & North Western. Spanning from Algonquin to Oswego, the trail features diverse wildlife, including bald eagles and woodpeckers. It starts in Algonquin, travels through East Dundee, Elgin, and South Elgin, and crosses the Fox River near Batavia. The trail connects to several other paths and has parking options in Elgin, Batavia, and Aurora. Between Batavia and North Aurora, the trail parallels the river, passing through Red Oak Park and Glenwood Park Forest Preserve. This particular section of trail in Batavia passes by the Clark Island Recreation Area.

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8.41 km

View of Fabyan Windmill

Highlight • Monument

The Fabyan Windmill is an authentic Dutch windmill still in operation. It is a structure dating from about 1950 and is located on what was the property of Colonel George Fabyan, now Kane County Forest Preserve District.
It was used for grinding several types of grain, including corn, wheat, rye, and oats.

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8.42 km

Fabyan Windmill

Highlight • Monument

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12.5 km

Fox River Trail (FRT)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved trail winds along the Fox River, providing a stunning view of the water, with plenty of break points along the way. French explorers, missionaries, and traders built their posts and missions along these trails, contributing to the area's long history.

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18.1 km

Norton Woods

Forest

18.5 km

Fox River Bluff Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

22.1 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 take a break off the bike and enjoy your peaceful surroundings.

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32.7 km

Illinois Prairie Path (Elgin Branch)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Once a right-of-way for the Chicago Aurora & Elgin Railroad, the Illinois Prairie Path now runs for about 61 miles. Its surface is mostly crushed limestone dust, which should be easy fare for a touring bicycle's tires, and historical markers along the way make it feel like you're cycling through Chicago's past.

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43.1 km

Great Western Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Once the railbed of the Chicago Great Western Railroad, the Great Western Trail is now a lovely, mostly flat ride on a surface of crushed limestone dust.

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46.4 km

Timber Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Timber Ridge Trail connects the Illinois Prairie Path Elgin Branch with the Great Western Trail. This smooth, paved path runs past Kline Creek Farm and Timber Lake.

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57.1 km

St. James Farm Preserve

Nature Reserve

70.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.1 km

31.6 km

5.56 km

194 m

108 m

Surfaces

29.4 km

19.3 km

16.6 km

4.58 km

821 m

Elevation

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Fox River Trail at Clark Island Recreation Area

View of Fabyan Windmill

Fabyan Windmill

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