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United States
Illinois
Dupage County
Naperville

Knock Knolls Park – Whalon Lake Park loop from Naperville

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Mountain biking trails
United States
Illinois
Dupage County
Naperville

Knock Knolls Park – Whalon Lake Park loop from Naperville

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(9176)

9,550

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Knock Knolls Park – Whalon Lake Park loop from Naperville

01:34

29.4km

110m

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: July 1, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.77 km

Pioneer Park Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Pioneer Park Forest Preserve encompasses 18 acres and rests along the shores of the West Branch DuPage River. The West Branch DuPage River Trail passes through the preserve, which is prone to flooding from the river after heavy precipitation.

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2

4.62 km

The West Branch Riverway Forest Preserve is a 713-acre nature preserve in Bartlett. It has a variety of habitats along the river that help promote a biodiversity of plants and animals. Be on the lookout for reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and birds, including grassland birds and migrating and nesting shorebirds.

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3

8.72 km

Knock Knolls Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Knock Knolls Park is a beautiful green space in Naperville. The West Branch of the DuPage River cuts through the north part of the park and is popular for fishing and boating. There are also miles of trails to choose from, including a section of the paved DuPage River Trail.

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4

13.0 km

Whalon Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

Whalon Lake Park encompasses a mosaic of habitats - prairie, wetlands, an 80-acre lake, and the DuPage River. This diversity supports abundant wildlife like waterfowl and ducks. Native plant species flourish here such as red mulberry and wild leek. Wander through Whalon Lake's landscapes to discover its many natural riches.

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5

13.8 km

Hidden Lakes Park is a functional trout farm with multiple small lakes. There is a trail that runs through Hidden Lakes to connect the trail around Whalon Lake to the DuPage River Greenway.

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6

14.0 km

Hidden Lakes Park

Highlight • Lake

Hidden Lakes Park is a functional trout farm with multiple small lakes. There is a trail that runs through Hidden Lakes to connect the trail around Whalon Lake to the DuPage River Greenway.

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7

17.5 km

Whalon Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

Whalon Lake Park encompasses a mosaic of habitats - prairie, wetlands, an 80-acre lake, and the DuPage River. This diversity supports abundant wildlife like waterfowl and ducks. Native plant species flourish here such as red mulberry and wild leek. Wander through Whalon Lake's landscapes to discover its many natural riches.

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8

21.3 km

This is a beautiful stretch of the DuPage River Trail. It winds through Knock Knolls Park, which is very green and is a mix of fields and woodland.

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B

29.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.1 km

2.17 km

897 m

160 m

141 m

Surfaces

20.0 km

8.26 km

738 m

304 m

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