Darien, Illinois
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Darien
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Dune Acres, Indiana
Hike the Cowles Bog Trail, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
3.04.4 mi / 200 ft gainTo get to the trailhead parking lot: take Mineral Springs Road towards the community of Dune Acres. Just before you get to the guard shack for the community, turn onto the gravel road to the right - there will be signs indicating Cowles Bog Trail parking. Once parked, walk back towards the Dune A...Read more -
Lake Villa, Illinois
Hike Hastings Lake LCFP
5.02.37 mi / 88 ft gainPark in the lot off of Butler Lane (see map) to access the trail. This trail is open year round, is dog-friendly, and offers a variety of activities. In the winter, bring your snow gear!Read more -
Porter, Indiana
Indiana Dunes Trail 8 And 7 Loop
1.95 mi / 370 ft gainIndiana Dunes Trail 8 and 7 Loop is a 2 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near Chesterton, Indiana.Read more -
Chesterton, Indiana
Hike the 3 Dune Challenge
5.01.5 mi / 552 ft gainStart at the Indiana Dunes State Park Nature Center (the first exit off the roundabout in the park after the toll), after receiving your park map, and follow the 3 dune challenge. This challenge, looping trails 8 and 4, involves climbing to the top of Mt. Jackson (176 feet), Mt. Holden (184 feet)...Read more -
Ringwood, Illinois
Hike the Glacial Park Loop Trail
2.3 mi / 216 ft gainGlacial Park is located in McHenry County Conservation District, near Richmond, Illinois. The park features prairies, a flowing river, and over 40 endangered plant and animal species. The park is open for hikers, horseback riders, fishers, and those wishing to canoe. Glacial Park is part of the H...Read more