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Blackwell Forest Preserve – Blackwell Forest Preserve loop from Mesa & Kirk

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Blackwell Forest Preserve – Blackwell Forest Preserve loop from Mesa & Kirk

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Blackwell Forest Preserve – Blackwell Forest Preserve loop from Mesa & Kirk

01:48

34.0km

70m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.88 km for 629 m

Open: • dawn-dusk (otherwise closed)

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Start point

Bus stop

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14.7 km

Blackwell Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Blackwell Forest Preserve has a mix of paved and gravel paths that loop around lakes and through open woods. There’s also water, restrooms, and picnic areas if you want to take a break mid-ride.

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17.6 km

Blackwell Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Blackwell Forest Preserve features oak and hickory forests, grasslands, pastures and wetlands. Many species find refuge here and can be observed.

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17.8 km

Viewing platform over McKee Marsh

Highlight • Viewpoint

This elevated viewing platform over McKee Marsh gives visitors a good look into the marsh. There is also a trail map here, and the set of stairs to get up the platform is pretty short.

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18.3 km

For avid birdwatchers, McKee Marsh presents prime wildlife viewing year-round. Spring and summer offer wetland species up close. Fall brings migratory birds fluttering through. Even winter's quiet landscape has feathers …

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18.6 km

Blackwell Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Blackwell Forest Preserve features oak and hickory forests, grasslands, pastures and wetlands. Many species find refuge here and can be observed.

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18.9 km

McKee Marsh Observation Platform

Highlight • Viewpoint

Blackwell's McKee Marsh is located just north of Mack Road and is a haven for avid birdwatchers. At this location, near the water's edge, there is a viewing platform that …

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34.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.1 km

13.3 km

756 m

701 m

119 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.0 km

8.33 km

6.31 km

267 m

129 m

Elevation

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Saturday 22 August

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Blackwell Forest Preserve – Blackwell Forest Preserve loop from Mesa & Kirk

Blackwell Forest Preserve

Blackwell Forest Preserve

Viewing platform over McKee Marsh

McKee Marsh

Blackwell Forest Preserve

McKee Marsh Observation Platform

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