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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Old School Forest Preserve

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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Old School Forest Preserve

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Independence Grove Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Old School Forest Preserve

01:59

19.2km

50m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

113 m

Old School Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Trees, ponds and flowers make the Old School Forest Preserve an ideal habitat for many animal species, flowers and more. Here you can completely immerse yourself in nature.

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2

4.27 km

Minear Lake

Highlight • Lake

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail leads you to Minear Lake, a peaceful 72-acre lake perfect for a break. Take in the calm waters surrounded by tall trees, …

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3

7.86 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

A very nice pond where you can observe dragonflies and water birds.

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4

7.94 km

Northeast Pavillion Picnic Area

Highlight • Lake

5

9.50 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

There are more than 7 miles of trails in this preserve, and if you didn't bring your bike, you can rent one. Other activity options include fishing, boating, and rocking out to live concerts. There's even a beer garden.

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16.9 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

7

19.1 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

B

19.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.9 km

377 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

1.53 km

309 m

< 100 m

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