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Kishwaukee River Recreation Path

4.5 (2 Ratings)
A paved path winding along the most beautiful river in northern Illinois!
2.2
mi
Distance
69
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Path open 6 a.m. to half an hour after sunset. Permitted uses: walking, jogging, roller blading, x-country skiing, bicycling. All bicyclists must stay on the paved path. No motorized vehicles or horses are permitted.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.2mi
Distance
69ft
Elevation Gain
50ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
743ft
High Point
703ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This 2.5-mile path begins in Kishwaukee River Forest Preserve and spends most of its time winding through the forests and prairies of Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve. This is a popular spot for hikers and bikers in the summer months.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Jim Johannsen