Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
Grundy County, IL
Point-to-point trail in Grundy County, IL. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 61.7 mi (99.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 125 ft (38 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 35 min
- High point
- 531 ft (162 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Bike repair station 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from start
- Bike repair station 15.5 mi (25 km) from start
- Shelter 37.3 mi (60.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Karen R. Olson Memorial 38 mi (61.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Kayak Morris Campground 38.8 mi (62.4 km) from start
- Trailhead 39.5 mi (63.6 km) from start
- Trailhead 46.2 mi (74.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 49.3 mi (79.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 49.3 mi (79.4 km) from start
- Campsite 52.4 mi (84.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
How long is Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail?
Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail is 61.7 mi (99.3 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 35 min. It climbs 125 ft (38 m) in total, up to a high point of 531 ft (162 m).
How hard is Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 15.5 mi (25 km). Toilets: 15.5 mi (25 km), 38.3 mi (61.6 km), 52.5 mi (84.4 km).
Is Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (87% under trees).
What can you do on Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail?
Fire on Fifth Pizza, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Valley Food Center, 0.7 mi (1.1 km).
Is this a good week for Illinois & Michigan Canal State 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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap