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Des Plaines River Trail – Independence Grove Lake loop from Libertyville

Des Plaines River Trail – Independence Grove Lake loop from Libertyville

Moderate

4.9

(2910)

15,609

riders

Des Plaines River Trail – Independence Grove Lake loop from Libertyville

02:26

46.6km

150m

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: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.38 km

Minear Lake Beach

Highlight • Beach

Refresh post-run at Minear Lake Beach. Dive into spring-fed waters, play, swim, or unwind on the clean sandy beach. The perfect finale to an energizing run.

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2.99 km

MacArthur Woods Forest Preserve

Highlight • Forest

MacArthur Woods is a preserved forest that showcases the original landscape of the eastern Des Plaines River Valley. The area features a diverse mix of plants, creating an important habitat …

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10.6 km

Des Plaines River Trail is a popular 2 mile popular gravel trail located near Mettawa, Illinois, that runs largely along the water. It is popular with cyclists, walkers, runners, and the occasional horseback rider.

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17.4 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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31.3 km

Minear Lake

Highlight • Lake

This stretch of the Des Plaines River Trail leads you to Minear Lake, a peaceful 72-acre lake perfect for a break. Take in the calm waters surrounded by tall trees, …

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38.9 km

Independence Grove Lake

Highlight • Lake

A very nice pond where you can observe dragonflies and water birds.

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42.5 km

Route 137 Open Space

Nature Reserve

46.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.3 km

5.72 km

3.16 km

285 m

101 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.9 km

6.78 km

1.99 km

795 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

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Minear Lake Beach