Fox River – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Willoughby Farms Forest Preserve

Fox River – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Willoughby Farms Forest Preserve

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Fox River – Fox River Trail (FRT) loop from Willoughby Farms Forest Preserve

04:34

89.2km

340m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.60 km

Fox River

Lake

12.2 km

Fox River

Highlight • River

The Fox River flows for 202 miles (325 km) from Wisconsin to Ottawa in Illinois. It's a tributary of the Illinois River. The Fox River Trail runs along the length …

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23.0 km

Cycling the Illinois Prairie Path offers a scenic adventure through nature and history. Spanning 61 miles, it winds through picturesque prairies, woodlands, and charming suburbs. The crushed limestone surface provides …

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41.8 km

Winfield Mounds Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

55.7 km

Riverside Park

Highlight • River

This river side park is lovely to ride through with beautiful views of the river whilst passing through lovely grassland in the park. Be courteous of other users of the path.

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56.9 km

Fox River Trail (FRT)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved trail winds along the Fox River, providing a stunning view of the water, with plenty of break points along the way. French explorers, missionaries, and traders built their …

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59.7 km

Fox River Trail: Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Fox River Trail from the Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods hugs the bank of the Fox River while mostly sticking in the trees. Like …

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62.7 km

Norton Woods

Forest

63.1 km

Fox River Bluff Forest Preserve

Nature Reserve

66.8 km

Stearns Road Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A lovely bridge that passes safely under the busy Stream Road. The views of Fox River are good from here.

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67.0 km

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Highlight • Bridge

The reflection of the classic stone brick railway bridge on the Fox River on a still day is beautiful, with a backdrop of green mixed trees. A lovely spot to …

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89.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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