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James "Pate" Philip State Park – Timber Ridge Trail loop from Carol Stream

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James "Pate" Philip State Park – Timber Ridge Trail loop from Carol Stream

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James "Pate" Philip State Park – Timber Ridge Trail loop from Carol Stream

03:04

48.4km

100m

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: April 21, 2026

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James "Pate" Philip State Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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17.5 km

Illinois Prairie Path (Elgin Branch)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Once a right-of-way for the Chicago Aurora & Elgin Railroad, the Illinois Prairie Path now runs for about 61 miles. Its surface is mostly crushed limestone dust, which should be …

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23.0 km

James "Pate" Philip State Park

Highlight • Natural

Restoring the land to its native prairie state is a continuous process. Since 1991, significant portions have been seeded with native plants, and prescribed burns are conducted to control woody growth and encourage prairie restoration.

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41.7 km

Timber Ridge Trail

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Timber Ridge Trail connects the Illinois Prairie Path Elgin Branch with the Great Western Trail. This smooth, paved path runs past Kline Creek Farm and Timber Lake.

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48.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.7 km

14.5 km

3.25 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.0 km

9.70 km

7.78 km

6.68 km

313 m

Elevation

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Saturday 6 June

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James "Pate" Philip State Park – Timber Ridge Trail loop from Carol Stream

Illinois Prairie Path (Elgin Branch)

James "Pate" Philip State Park

Timber Ridge Trail

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