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    Top Spots in and near Libertyville

    • Vernon Hills, Illinois

      Big Bear and Little Bear Lake Loop

      1.74 mi / 43 ft gain
      Big Bear and Little Bear Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Vernon Hills, Illinois.
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    • Deerfield, Illinois

      Hike the Prairie Wolf Slough Loop

      3.0
      1.01 mi / 9 ft gain
      Park in the lot off of half day road (see map) to access the trail. Accessible year round, great for all skill levels, and dog-friendly.
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    • Lake Villa, Illinois

      Hike Hastings Lake LCFP

      5.0
      2.37 mi / 88 ft gain
      Park 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!
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    • Northfield, Illinois

      Bike the Skokie Lagoons North Loop

      3.0
      4.5 mi
      Starting at Tower Road, the path follows the bridge east to Forest Way Drive. The path mostly follows the road, and the shoreline of the lagoons up to Dundee Road, where you turn back West. Once across the bridge, you then head south on the paved trail back towards Tower Road. The Route is marked...
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    • Cary, Illinois

      The Hollows Trail

      3.77 mi / 220 ft gain
      The Hollows Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Cary, Illinois.
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    • Des Plaines, Illinois

      Watch the Sunset at Axehead Lake

      In a large city, it's nice to be able to find pockets of nature oasis amidst the chaos. It's great to come here with a journal or sketchbook and pass the time while watching the sunset. Fishing is available at this lake and there is a forest preserve that has a couple small trails. 
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    • Ringwood, Illinois

      Hike the Glacial Park Loop Trail

      2.3 mi / 216 ft gain
      Glacial 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...
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    • Evanston, Illinois

      Catch a Sunrise at The Lakefill

      5.0
      From the Northwestern University campus, head to the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts to access the southern-most section of The Lakefill. If driving, parking is usually available nearby on Sheridan Road, to the southwest of The Lakefill. Once at the Ryan Center, take the pedestrian bridge on the...
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    • Chicago, Illinois

      Run Chicago’s Lakefront Trail

      5.0
      6.7 mi
      Chicago – the third largest city in the US and home to the deep dish pizza – doesn’t exactly scream “outdoorsy.” In reality, there is much more to Chicago than skyscrapers; there are dozens of parks, outdoor music venues, and the city is right on Lake Michigan, making it very easy on the eyes. Be...
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    • Chicago, Illinois

      Lakeshore Path: North Ave Beach to Navy Pier

      1.84 mi / 72 ft gain
      Lakeshore Path: North Ave Beach to Navy Pier is a point-to-point trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Chicago, Illinois.
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    • Brookfield, Illinois

      Salt Creek Greenway Trail

      13.99 mi / 551 ft gain
      This trail is almost 7 miles one-way (14 miles out-and-back) of paved path, makes for an ideal biking (especially those of us with road bikes), skating, and even running path. The trail runs out-and-back along the Salt Creek in Brookfield, IL. The trailhead is right near the Brookfield Zoo (for a...
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    • Oak Brook, Illinois

      Run the Fullersburg Woods Loop

      4.7
      6 mi
      This is a six-mile loop along the banks of the Salt Creek in Oakbrook, IL. The flat trail features trees and wildflowers (great walk to do in autumn). Trail is also good for bike riders. There is a picnic area and the Graue Mill and Museum. Graue Mill is 150 years old and played a part in the Und...
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    • Chicago, Illinois

      Millennium Park Trail

      5.0
      0.63 mi / 26 ft gain
      Millennium Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Chicago, Illinois.
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    • Chicago, Illinois

      Luire Garden

      0.18 mi / 10 ft gain
      Visiting Chicago I was on a mission to find a great outdoors spot to be in. This definitely fulfilled my goal of finding a beautiful garden to hangout in! There are plenty of different paths and areas to explore just within the city! Location Located in Millennium Park it will be easy to find,...
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    • Lisle, Illinois

      Hike the Morton Arboretum's Main Trail Loops

      5 mi / 0 ft gain
      The Morton Arboretum is located off of Route 53 in Lisle, IL. The arboretum spans both the east and west sides of the road. Head to the east side of the park to access the Main Trail Loops. Visitors have to pay a small fee to enter the arboretum ($14 April through November, $9 December through Ma...
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    • Chicago, Illinois

      Grant Park

      4.5
      Grant Park is located on the east side of Chicago. It is a great place to spend the day and explore. From the famous "Bean", which is actually named "the cloud", to Buckingham Fountain there is plenty to see in this park. It is also a great place to see the Chicago skyline, as well as have a picn...
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