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Minear Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

Minear Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

Easy

2.8

(13)

29

riders

Minear Lake – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Libertyville

00:58

18.3km

50m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.2 km for 258 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.44 km

North Shore Bike Path

Highlight • Cycleway

2

2.04 km

Butler Lake

Highlight • Lake

3

2.91 km

Butler Lake Picnic Park

Highlight • Lake

4

3.32 km

Willow Tree at Butler Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

With the lake, playground, sports fields, paths, picnic, and bbq areas Butler Lake Park has everything you'll need for a day out.

Tip by

5

9.43 km

Casey Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Casey Trail is a well maintained gravel path with plenty of room for hikers and bikers. The trail runs between Independence Grove and Almond Marsh Forest Preserve.

Tip by

6

13.0 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, …

Tip by

7

13.5 km

Minear Lake Beach

Highlight • Beach

Refresh post-run at Minear Lake Beach. Dive into spring-fed waters, play, swim, or unwind on the clean sandy beach. The perfect finale to an energizing run.

Tip by

8

15.1 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight • Trail

B

18.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.35 km

5.69 km

3.66 km

579 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.13 km

6.12 km

2.78 km

1.30 km

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