Herrick Lake Regional Trail

Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, DuPage County, IL

Out-and-back trail in Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, DuPage County, IL. Hiking.

Distance
11.6 mi (18.7 km)
Elevation Gain
151 ft (46 m)
Est. Time
3 hr 50 min
High point
781 ft (238 m)
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Out & back

Features

Questions about Herrick Lake Regional Trail

How long is Herrick Lake Regional Trail?

Herrick Lake Regional Trail is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 50 min. It climbs 151 ft (46 m) in total, up to a high point of 781 ft (238 m).

How hard is Herrick Lake Regional Trail?

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

Where do you park for Herrick Lake Regional Trail?

Parking at the start. 11 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Herrick Lake Regional Trail?

Drinking water on the way at 2.3 mi (3.6 km). Toilets: 1.7 mi (2.8 km), 1.8 mi (2.9 km), 2.2 mi (3.5 km).

Is Herrick Lake Regional Trail shaded?

Partly shaded (47% under trees).

What can you do on Herrick Lake Regional Trail?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near Herrick Lake Regional Trail?

Food, 1 mi (1.6 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Good Stop, 1 mi (1.5 km).

Is this a good week for 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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