Near Fox River Trail
Challenge Dam.
Near Fox River Trail
Surging water along the Fox River Trail.
Near Fox River Trail
View from Old Mill Park, Geneva, IL.
Near Fox River Trail
Fabyan Windmill.
Near Fox River Trail
North Avenue Bridge.

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Fox River Trail

3.7 (3 Ratings)
A 40-mile urban trail that runs along the Fox River.
38.6
mi
Distance
466
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family FriendlyRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
38.58mi
Distance
466ft
Elevation Gain
333ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
789ft
High Point
595ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This urban trail travels from Oswego in the south to the edge of Algonquin in the north. Much of the trail is spent hugging the banks of the Fox River. The mellow grades, easy access, and river views make this a popular route for recreating and commuting. While most hikers won't travel the entirety of the 40-mile trail in one outing, plenty of parks and nearby trails make it easy to put together enjoyable out-and-backs to suit your party's taste.

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Contributors
Eric Ashley