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Dam Number 1 Woods – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Wheeling

Dam Number 1 Woods – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Wheeling

Moderate

4.8

(8825)

8,826

riders

Dam Number 1 Woods – Des Plaines River Trail loop from Wheeling

02:44

42.1km

60m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: March 6, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 32.7 km for 252 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.38 km

Dam Number 1 Woods

Highlight • Forest

Dam No.1 Woods is a great spot to rest and recharge along the Des Plaines River Trail. With two sheltered picnic groves, it’s an ideal place for a lunch break. The scenic surroundings make it a relaxing stop, whether you're out for a casual family ride, just starting your cycling journey, or looking for a quick breather on a longer ride.

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7.61 km

Dam Number 1 Woods

Forest

9.26 km

Willow-Sanders Preserve

Nature Reserve

11.3 km

Rest Area by the River

Highlight • Rest Area

good rest area

Tip by

12.9 km

Allison Woods

Forest

14.9 km

Des Plaines River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Des Plaines River Trail is over a 31-mile gravel path that runs through 12 forest preserves as it makes its way from the Cook County Forest Preserve to the end of Lake County.

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18.7 km

Railway crossing

Highlight • Structure

Watch for the railway crossing ahead, which lacks crossing lights and automatic rail bars. However, two cement blocks are placed just before the tracks to slow you down and alert you to proceed with caution. After crossing, you'll be back to the Des Plaines River Trail.

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22.0 km

Camp Pine Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail at Camp Pine Woods Forest Preserve brings hikers along a wide gravel path through a mix of oak-hickory woodlands and maple forests, set near the river. Surrounded by natural areas like sedge meadows and savannas, it’s a quiet spot with historical ties to a former WWII POW camp.

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26.1 km

Allison Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

The Des Plaines River Trail runs through this surprisingly lush forest preserve. There's usually a porta pottie here from roughly May through October.

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29.0 km

Dam Number 1 Woods

Highlight • Forest

Dam No.1 Woods offers a delightful outdoor experience with two sheltered picnic groves for a post-activity lunch. Whether you prefer hiking, running, cross-country skiing, biking, or horseback riding, these woods provide a scenic backdrop.

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31.5 km

Des Plains River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Des Plains River Trail follows its namesake river for nearly 30 miles through over a dozen parks and nature preserves. It's a multi-use trail so keep an eye our for hikers and runners. Also, the fall color season is a particularly gorgeous time to ride.

Tip by

42.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.5 km

8.18 km

5.38 km

4.05 km

3.64 km

1.31 km

107 m

Surfaces

23.2 km

9.56 km

4.99 km

4.36 km

Elevation

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Dam Number 1 Woods

Rest Area by the River

Des Plaines River Trail

Railway crossing

Camp Pine Woods Preserve

Allison Woods Preserve

Dam Number 1 Woods

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