Great Western Trail – West Branch Forest Preserve loop from Bloomingdale Township

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Great Western Trail – West Branch Forest Preserve loop from Bloomingdale Township

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Great Western Trail – West Branch Forest Preserve loop from Bloomingdale Township

01:48

29.8km

110m

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: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.77 km

Caputo's Grocery

Highlight • Structure

go early

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8.30 km

Great Western Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Great Western Trail is a 13-mile long rail-trail. It runs from Villa Park to West Chicago. The path is crushed limestone and runs mostly through beautiful woodland.

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12.6 km

Great Western Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Once the railbed of the Chicago Great Western Railroad, the Great Western Trail is now a lovely, mostly flat ride on a surface of crushed limestone dust.

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18.3 km

Spanning 713 acres, West Branch Forest Preserve captivates with diverse habitats, plants, and wildlife. Initially acquired for flood control, it now boasts a reservoir for stormwater collection and natural filtration. …

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18.5 km

West Branch Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

19.9 km

View of the lake at West Branch Forest Preserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

West Branch Forest Preserve, a 713-acre area comprised of meadows, wetlands, forests, and prairies, offers trails, fishing opportunities, wildlife viewing, and picnic areas. Open from one hour after sunrise to …

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