West Branch DuPage River Trail

Blackwell Forest Preserve, DuPage County, IL

Point-to-point trail in Blackwell Forest Preserve, DuPage County, IL. Road & touring bike.

Distance
26.1 mi (41.9 km)
Elevation Gain
358 ft (109 m)
Est. Time
2 hr 30 min
High point
784 ft (239 m)
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Point to point

Features

Along the way

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

Questions about West Branch DuPage River Trail

How long is West Branch DuPage River Trail?

West Branch DuPage River Trail is 26.1 mi (41.9 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 358 ft (109 m) in total, up to a high point of 784 ft (239 m).

How hard is West Branch DuPage River Trail?

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

Where do you park for West Branch DuPage River Trail?

Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on West Branch DuPage River Trail?

Drinking water on the way at 4 mi (6.4 km), 17.1 mi (27.5 km), 24.8 mi (40 km). Toilets: 3.7 mi (5.9 km), 7.1 mi (11.4 km).

Is West Branch DuPage River Trail shaded?

Partly shaded (64% under trees).

What can you do on West Branch DuPage River Trail?

Best for Road & touring bike.

Where can you eat near West Branch DuPage River Trail?

Domino's, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Shell, 0.5 mi (0.9 km).

Is this a good week for West Branch DuPage River 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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