Trail Guide

Norris Woods Forest Preserve: Eleanor’s Trail Review

Eleanor’s Trail at Norris Woods Forest Preserve features a pedestrian-only path that takes you through a forested area with views of Fox River. The Forest Preserve is also home to several deer. When we went we even saw a buck! One thing to note is that the one-way trail does end abruptly at private property […]

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Palos Park Woods Trail Review: Sag Valley Trail

Less than 30 minutes from Chicago, Palos Park Woods, a Cook County Forest Preserve, offers a forest adventure! For a 3-mile loop, we hiked a portion of the Sag Valley yellow trail and the purple connector trail. Both trails are rated intermediate. Overall Thoughts: Difficulty (Lower is Easier) Amenities Transportation & Accessibility: Crowding: Views &

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Fox River Forest Preserve Yellow Loop Review

The Fox River Forest Preserve in Port Barrington is a marina and boat launch first and foremost. This Lake County Forest Preserve is a perfect spot to rotate large boating crews, as the area offers hiking trails and other amenities to keep your ‘land’ time full of adventure. However, as a hiker and in this

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Burnidge Forest Preserve Trail Review: West Trail Loop

The West Trail Loop in Burnidge Forest Preserve is a 1.47-mile unpaved nature trail that meanders through both woodlands and prairie. Offering gorgeous views of seasonal colors at the low cost of a few small hills. To get to this trail from the parking lot, you need to take the Centrail Trail Loop. Overall Thoughts

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Burnidge Forest Preserve Trail Review: Centrail Trail Loop

The Centrail Trail Loop in Burnidge Forest Preserve, part of the Kane County Forest Preserve is a great place to start exploring this dog-friendly park. This .56-mile walk connects the parking lot to the West Trail Loop (1.47 miles) and South Loop Trail (2.23 miles). Although a smaller loop, this trail offers stand-alone or main

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