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Des Plaines River Trail – Independence Grove Lake loop from Gurnee

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Des Plaines River Trail – Independence Grove Lake loop from Gurnee

Moderate

3.3

(10)

70

riders

Des Plaines River Trail – Independence Grove Lake loop from Gurnee

02:57

35.0km

140m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

890 m

Washington Street Bike Path

Highlight • Lake

Plaines river

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2

3.10 km

Bike repair station on the Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Rest Area

This bike repair station along the Des Plaines River Trail is equipped with an air pump, tire levers, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers—perfect for quick adjustments and on-the-go maintenance.

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3

3.71 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful area

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4

6.10 km

Des Plaines River Trail - Libertyville

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail is perfect for beginner cyclists and families looking for a smooth, scenic ride. Towering trees provide shade in the summer, while autumn …

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5

9.12 km

Casey Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Casey Trail is a well maintained gravel path with plenty of room for hikers and bikers. The trail runs between Independence Grove and Almond Marsh Forest Preserve.

Tip by

6

17.5 km

Casey Trail

Highlight • Trail

7

23.5 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

A very nice pond where you can observe dragonflies and water birds.

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8

24.0 km

Independence Grove Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Bathrooms, water, scenery, rest areas,

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B

35.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.6 km

7.97 km

1.46 km

Surfaces

25.5 km

8.18 km

1.36 km

< 100 m

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