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Des Plaines River bridge – Independence Grove Lake loop from Wheeling

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Des Plaines River bridge – Independence Grove Lake loop from Wheeling

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Des Plaines River bridge – Independence Grove Lake loop from Wheeling

04:25

60.2km

130m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 180 m for 8 m

After 60.1 km for 8 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.30 km

Cahokia Flatwoods Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

4.55 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Des Plaines River Trail is a multi-use trail that follows the course of the Des Plaines River. It passes through picturesque, remarkable places.

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13.1 km

Half Day Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

14.0 km

Des Plaines River bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Des Plaines River flows southwards from Wisconsin and down through Illinois. It makes for an excellent cycling companion thanks to the trails that wind alongside it. This bridge spans …

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14.7 km

Captain Daniel Wright Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This forest preserve offers a quiet escape from the city with a good selection of trails. All the trails are well marked and well maintained. You can also connect to the Des Plains River Trail to explore further afield.

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27.4 km

Minear Lake

Highlight • Lake

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail leads you to Minear Lake, a peaceful 72-acre lake perfect for a break. Take in the calm waters surrounded by tall trees, …

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31.0 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

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

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42.6 km

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

MacArthur Woods is a preserved forest that showcases the original landscape of the eastern Des Plaines River Valley. The area features a diverse mix of plants, creating an important habitat …

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60.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.3 km

15.2 km

695 m

684 m

188 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.3 km

14.9 km

1.57 km

246 m

114 m

Elevation

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Monday 18 May

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Des Plaines River bridge – Independence Grove Lake loop from Wheeling

Des Plaines River Trail

Des Plaines River bridge

Captain Daniel Wright Woods Preserve

Minear Lake

Independence Grove Lake

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

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