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Anderson Japanese Gardens – Rock Cut State Park loop from Rockford

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Winnebago County

Anderson Japanese Gardens – Rock Cut State Park loop from Rockford

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Anderson Japanese Gardens – Rock Cut State Park loop from Rockford

02:59

50.0km

240m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.85 km for 95 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

691 m

Rock River Recreation Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rock River Recreation Path is an almost 9-mile long paved trail through Rockford. For much of the trail, you are alongside the Rock River and passing through several urban parks.

Tip by

2

1.74 km

Sinnissippi Gardens

Highlight • Natural

This is a lovely garden in Rockford with more than 2,000 rose bushes! Nearby, you can visit the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens which has tropical trees and many other interesting plant species.

Tip by

3

1.90 km

Sinnissippi Lagoon

Highlight • Lake

Created in the 1920s as part of a larger park and recreation development, the lagoon is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and ice skating. It is also home to a variety of waterfowl and other wildlife.

Tip by

4

3.30 km

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Highlight • Structure

Immerse yourself in the tranquility of ponds, waterfalls, winding paths, and meticulously crafted rock formations, all in harmony with traditional Japanese garden principles.

Tip by

12.1 km

Winnebago County Forest Preserve Headquarters

Nature Reserve

6

24.0 km

Pierce Lake

Highlight • Lake

The road runs right along the lake and over the dam. The views from here stretch right across to the far end of the lake. There are plenty of amenities …

Tip by

25.3 km

Plum Grove Nature Preserve

Nature Reserve

8

30.3 km

Rock Cut State Park

Highlight • Forest

You can camp at Rock Cut. This park is home to an abundant fauna of aquatic birds, and wild animals. You will find more than 100 types of wildflowers within …

Tip by

B

50.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.0 km

12.5 km

2.03 km

271 m

131 m

126 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.0 km

22.6 km

1.04 km

408 m

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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