Salt Creek Greenway

McCormick Woods Preserve, Cook County, IL

Out-and-back trail in McCormick Woods Preserve, Cook County, IL. Road & touring bike.

Distance
3.4 mi (5.5 km)
Est. Time
20 min
High point
620 ft (189 m)
Difficulty
Easy
Route type
Out & back

Along the way

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

Questions about Salt Creek Greenway

How long is Salt Creek Greenway?

Salt Creek Greenway is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) long. Most people take about 20 min.

How hard is Salt Creek Greenway?

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

Where do you park for Salt Creek Greenway?

Parking at the far end, 11 spaces. 10 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Salt Creek Greenway?

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

Is Salt Creek Greenway shaded?

Mostly shaded (73% under trees).

What can you do on Salt Creek Greenway?

Best for Road & touring bike.

Where can you eat near Salt Creek Greenway?

Blue Water, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Citgo, 0.6 mi (0.9 km).

Is this a good week for Salt Creek Greenway?

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 Salt Creek Greenway

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