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Busse Woods Reservoir Bridge – Busse Woods Paved Trail loop from Mount Prospect

Road cycling routes

Busse Woods Reservoir Bridge – Busse Woods Paved Trail loop from Mount Prospect

Easy

4.5

(8008)

18,932

riders

Busse Woods Reservoir Bridge – Busse Woods Paved Trail loop from Mount Prospect

01:51

40.9km

100m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 27, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 19.2 km for 140 m

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

14.6 km

Pedestrian Bridge Over East Higgins Road

Highlight • Bridge

East Higgins Road divides Busse Forest into a northern section offering a rugby field and elk pasture and the lake-dominated southern section.

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2

15.4 km

Busse Lake — North and Main Pools

Highlight • Lake

This lake is a key feature of the Salt Creek Water Trails, offering opportunities to explore the area by rowboat, canoe, or kayak, all of which can be rented nearby. Even if you choose to stay on land, the views from here are awesome.

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3

16.7 km

Busse Woods Reservoir Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

In addition to being a convenient way to cross the water, this is a popular place with anglers trying their luck. The views across the water and exceptional as well.

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4

16.8 km

Bridge over Connecting Canal

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge crosses the canal that joins the two bodies of water. A truly scenic crossing!

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5

21.1 km

Ned Brown Forest Preserve (Busse Woods)

Highlight • Forest

Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a 3,558-acre preserve with almost 13 miles of paved trails to ride. This park has an elk pasture and is one of the most popular parks in the state.

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6

24.1 km

Busse Woods Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved trail through Busse Woods is a great place for a causal ride. The route is in good condition and the views are great!

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7

25.2 km

Ned Brown Forest Preserve (Busse Woods)

Highlight • Forest

Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a 3,558-acre preserve with almost 13 miles of paved trails to ride. This park has an elk pasture and is one of the most popular parks in the state.

Tip by

8

25.2 km

Bridge over Salt Creek

Highlight • Bridge

Nice bridge over Salt Creek on the Busse Forest Red Paved Trail. At this point, Salt Creek is fairly wide and passes through wetlands.

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B

40.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.5 km

9.75 km

6.49 km

159 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.0 km

19.8 km

121 m

< 100 m

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