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Brookfield Woods – Salt Creek loop from Riverside Township

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Brookfield Woods – Salt Creek loop from Riverside Township

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Brookfield Woods – Salt Creek loop from Riverside Township

01:04

10.4km

10m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

McCormick Woods Preserve

Brookfield Woods Preserve

26th Street Woods

Brezina Woods

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Start point

Parking

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1.60 km

Brookfield Woods

Highlight • Forest

Brookfield Woods outside of Chicago is a serene nature reserve with winding trails, diverse flora, and wildlife. This wooded haven provides a peaceful escape for locals and nature enthusiasts alike.

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2.07 km

Nestled alongside the Salt Creek Greenway, Salt Creek offers a tranquil spot for cyclists. It's an ideal place for a water break and to enjoy the serene surroundings. Be aware, though, that the creek is prone to flooding during wet seasons.

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3.80 km

Salt Creek

Highlight • River

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4.03 km

Salt Creek Greenway (Red Paved Trail)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Salt Creek Greenway (Red Paved Trail) follows Salt Creek for a handful of miles. The creek, itself, is prone to flooding after big rainy days, but it's also a cool riparian environment home to a bunch of different plants and animals.

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5.59 km

Brezina Woods

Highlight • Forest

Brezina Woods beckons with a captivating 7-mile paved journey along the Salt Creek Greenway Trail.

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10.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.66 km

1.34 km

177 m

173 m

Surfaces

8.46 km

945 m

628 m

118 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 24 August

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Brookfield Woods – Salt Creek loop from Riverside Township

Brookfield Woods

Salt Creek

Salt Creek

Salt Creek Greenway (Red Paved Trail)

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