Potawatomi Woods – Des Plains River Trail loop from Riverwoods

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Potawatomi Woods – Des Plains River Trail loop from Riverwoods

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Potawatomi Woods – Des Plains River Trail loop from Riverwoods

01:39

14.6km

30m

Running

Moderate run. 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 4, 2026

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Potawatomi Woods Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

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Portwine Preserve

Nature Reserve

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Potawatomi Woods

Highlight • Forest

The Potawatomi Woods are rather small but they connect to Dam 1 Woods and Cahokia Flatwoods via the Des Plaines River Trail. Linking these three woodlands together makes a for a nice ride along the Des Plaines River.

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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 …

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Dam Number 1 Woods Preserve

Nature Reserve

7.33 km

Dam No. 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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7.43 km

Des Plaines River Trail — Dam No. 1 Woods section

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This section of the Des Plaines River Trail passes through Dam Number 1 Woods and follows a section of the small creek flowing into the Des Plaines River. The path …

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