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Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from The Glen of North Glenview

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Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from The Glen of North Glenview

Moderate

4.9

(7480)

16,010

riders

Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from The Glen of North Glenview

02:16

39.2km

60m

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: July 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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17.3 km

Linne Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Linne Woods Preserve is a nature preserve in Morton Grove, Illinois. A number of trails pass through the property, which is centered around the wetland and forest ecosystems created by …

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18.5 km

Forest Preserve District of Cook County

Nature Reserve

18.6 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail system provides a choice between paved and unpaved trails, offering over 20 miles winding through various preserves and along the North Branch Chicago River.

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20.6 km

Harms Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This nature preserve has been the subject of years of dedicated restoration efforts. On this side of the river, it's full of unpaved trails great for walking and running, and …

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24.2 km

Deer in Watersmeet Woods

Highlight • Forest

If you are running along the North Branch Red Paved Trail or the dirt horse trail that follows the Skokie River, you'll pass through a bunch of different parks and …

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27.2 km

Skokie Lagoons

Highlight • Lake

Skokie Lagoons are a beautiful lagoon system to the north of Chicago. A nature preserve, the area is rich in plant, bird and animal life, so there are plenty of …

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28.6 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The North Branch Trail is a 20-mile paved trail that follows the North Branch of the Chicago River. The trail winds through forests and fields, so keep your eye out for wildlife, especially deer.

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29.5 km

Tower Road Boat Launch

Nature Reserve

29.9 km

Skokie Lagoon 3

Highlight • Lake

Skokie Lagoon #3 is one of seven lagoons within Skokie Lagoons Forest Preserve. Combined, the lagoons total over 190 acres. This lagoon provides a great opportunity for spotting wildlife as …

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31.6 km

Erickson Woods

Highlight • Trail

This park provides seven miles of shaded paved trails throughout the Skokie Lagoons. The views of the lush trees and blue waters create a peaceful setting for a run.

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39.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.4 km

12.2 km

3.83 km

1.08 km

446 m

187 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.1 km

9.99 km

1.27 km

648 m

187 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Friday 21 August

26°C

16°C

80 %

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Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from The Glen of North Glenview

Linne Woods Preserve

North Branch Trail

Harms Woods Preserve

Deer in Watersmeet Woods

Skokie Lagoons

North Branch Trail

Skokie Lagoon 3

Erickson Woods

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