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Des Plaines River bridge – Half Day Forest Preserve Ponds loop from CDW @ Play

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Des Plaines River bridge – Half Day Forest Preserve Ponds loop from CDW @ Play

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Des Plaines River bridge – Half Day Forest Preserve Ponds loop from CDW @ Play

01:07

4.41km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

1.24 km

Des Plaines River bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Des Plaines River flows southwards from Wisconsin and down through Illinois. It makes for an excellent cycling companion thanks to the trails that wind alongside it. This bridge spans …

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2

1.90 km

Captain Daniel Wright Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This forest preserve offers a quiet escape from the city with a good selection of trails. All the trails are well marked and well maintained. You can also connect to the Des Plains River Trail to explore further afield.

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3

1.99 km

Pond and Bridge at Captain Daniel Wright Woods Preserve

Highlight • Lake

This forest preserve offers a quiet escape from the city with a good selection of trails. All the trails are well marked and well maintained. You can also connect to the Des Plains River Trail to explore further afield.

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4

3.97 km

Half Day Forest Preserve Ponds

Highlight • Lake

Here you will find a gorgeous network of flat, crushed gravel trails that connect with the Des Plaines River Trail and other nearby preserves. The trails take you around scenic …

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B

4.41 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.99 km

373 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.83 km

335 m

216 m

< 100 m

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