Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from Morton Grove

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Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from Morton Grove

Easy

3.3

(25)

riders

Skokie Lagoons – North Branch Trail loop from Morton Grove

01:19

23.2km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike 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 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.98 km

Linne Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Linne Woods Preserve is a nature preserve in Morton Grove, Illinois. A number of trails pass through the property, which is centered around the wetland and forest ecosystems created by …

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3.61 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

5.52 km

Harms Woods East

Highlight • Forest

Hiking, running, and biking are popular activities in this area, with the well-known North Branch Trail running through and providing both paved and unpaved trails to enjoy. The North Branch …

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11.7 km

Skokie Lagoons

Highlight • Lake

Skokie Lagoons are a beautiful lagoon system to the north of Chicago. A nature preserve, the area is rich in plant, bird and animal life, so there are plenty of …

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14.7 km

Deer in Watersmeet Woods

Highlight • Forest

If you are running along the North Branch Red Paved Trail or the dirt horse trail that follows the Skokie River, you'll pass through a bunch of different parks and …

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16.4 km

Blue Star Memorial Woods

Highlight • Forest

Discover the historical tapestry of Blue Star Memorial Woods, a site with a rich past. Amidst the enchanting oak woodland community at its core, remnants of its diverse history unfold, …

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18.3 km

Harms Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This nature preserve has been the subject of years of dedicated restoration efforts. On this side of the river, it's full of unpaved trails great for walking and running, and …

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19.5 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail system provides a choice between paved and unpaved trails, offering over 20 miles winding through various preserves and along the North Branch Chicago River.

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23.2 km

End point

Train Station

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