Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail
Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, DuPage County, IL
Out-and-back trail in Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, DuPage County, IL. Cross-country skiing & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 6.5 mi (10.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 66 ft (20 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 20 min
- High point
- 781 ft (238 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail
How long is Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 20 min. It climbs 66 ft (20 m) in total, up to a high point of 781 ft (238 m).
How hard is Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
Parking at the start, Free. Closest lot to the start: Herrick Lake Main Parking. 6 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 0.2 mi (0.3 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.1 mi (0.2 km), 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (53% under trees).
What can you do on Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes.
Where can you eat near Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
Arrowhead Express, 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Good Stop, 1.4 mi (2.2 km).
Is this a good week for Danada-Herrick Lake Regional Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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