Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)

Big Bend Lake Preserve, Cook County, IL

Out-and-back trail in Big Bend Lake Preserve, Cook County, IL. Road & touring bike.

Distance
0.9 mi (1.4 km)
Est. Time
5 min
High point
633 ft (193 m)
Difficulty
Easy
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)

How long is Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North) is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) long. Most people take about 5 min.

How hard is Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.

Is Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North) shaded?

Partly shaded (60% under trees).

Is Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North) good for kids?

Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.

What can you do on Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

Best for Road & touring bike.

Where can you eat near Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

Dunkin', 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Columbus Foods & Gifts, 0.5 mi (0.7 km).

Is this a good week for Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)?

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.

Trails near Des Plaines River Trail Purple Unpaved (North)

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