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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