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United States
Illinois
Lake County
Grayslake

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve – Everett Road Bike Path loop from Prairie Crossing

Routes
Road cycling routes
United States
Illinois
Lake County
Grayslake

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve – Everett Road Bike Path loop from Prairie Crossing

Moderate

4.8

(7141)

7,142

riders

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve – Everett Road Bike Path loop from Prairie Crossing

02:39

58.8km

230m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 19.4 km for 57 m

After 25.4 km for 80 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

6.25 km

Willow Tree at Butler Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

With the lake, playground, sports fields, paths, picnic, and bbq areas Butler Lake Park has everything you'll need for a day out.

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19.5 km

Ravine Park

Nature Reserve

3

29.5 km

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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4

30.3 km

Fort Sheridan Pond

Highlight • Lake

You get a lovely view of the Fort Sheridan Pond and the woodland surrounding it. With such a lovely view directly from the relatively quiet road, this is a lovely spot to pass by on your cycle.

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5

31.6 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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6

38.8 km

Everett Road Bike Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

You will only take this road for a short distance before finding the riverwoods road bike path, which heads south.

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B

58.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.6 km

15.0 km

10.3 km

7.01 km

661 m

162 m

113 m

Surfaces

40.4 km

17.8 km

417 m

195 m

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Sunday 24 May

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12°C

68 %

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