Park · Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, Illinois

Best hikes in Herrick Lake Forest Preserve

The 6 best of 6 trails in Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, Illinois, ranked by route quality.

Trails

6

Easy

5

Moderate

1

By activity

• Mountain biking · 4
• Cross-country skiing · 4
• Hiking · 2
• Walking · 1

Common features

• Lake
• Drinking water
• Kid friendly
• Parking at trailhead
• Restroom at trailhead
• Wheelchair friendly

Top trails

1. Herrick Lake Regional Trail Moderate · 11.6 mi (18.7 km) · Elevation Gain 151 ft (46 m) · 3 hr 50 min
2. Lake Trail Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km) · Elevation Gain 10 ft (3 m) · 15 min
3. Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail Easy · 6.5 mi (10.5 km) · Elevation Gain 66 ft (20 m) · 1 hr 20 min
4. Meadowlark Trail Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km) · Elevation Gain 20 ft (6 m) · 25 min
5. Green Heron Trail Easy · 3.7 mi (6 km) · Elevation Gain 39 ft (12 m) · 45 min
6. Bluebird Trail Easy · 0.7 mi (1.2 km) · 10 min

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