Gary, Indiana
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Top Running Spots in and near Gary
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Chesterton, Indiana
Hike the 3 Dune Challenge
5.01.81 mi / 364 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 -
Chicago, Illinois
Luire Garden
0.18 mi / 10 ft gainVisiting 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,...Read more -
Chicago, Illinois
Millennium Park
5.00.63 mi / 26 ft gainMillennium Park in Chicago, which opened in 2004, is a world-class public space featuring iconic landmarks like Cloud Gate (“The Bean”) and the Crown Fountain. Originally a rail yard, the park was transformed as part of a larger effort to revitalize the downtown area. It spans 24.5 acres and serv...Read more -
Chicago, Illinois
Lakeshore Path: North Ave Beach to Navy Pier
1.84 mi / 72 ft gainLakeshore Path: North Ave Beach to Navy Pier is a point-to-point trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Chicago, Illinois.Read more -
Palos Park, Illinois
Cap Sauers and Swallow Cliff Loop
3.04.79 mi / 318 ft gainThe Swallows Cliff Woods, an 800 acre preserve, is known for its 100 ft bluff that provides visitors with a steep stair workout. On top of the bluff, however, there are less strenuous trail options, leading through the hilly, forested terrain, past wetlands and streams.Read more -
Willow Springs, Illinois
Cemetery Hill
2 mi / 100 ft gainJust outside of Chicago the Palos Region of the Cook County Forest Preserve offers a few thousand acres of dirt single track and limestone paths. Here you will find rolling hills and bluff that will rev up your hill workouts. This single track loop is great for mountain biking and trail running...Read more -
Chicago, Illinois
Run Chicago’s Lakefront Trail
5.06.7 miChicago – 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...Read more -
Willow Springs, Illinois
Saganashkee Slough
5.06.92 mi / 512 ft gainSaganashkee Slough is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lemont, Illinois.Read more -
Brookfield, Illinois
Salt Creek Greenway Trail
13.99 mi / 551 ft gainThis 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...Read more -
Oak Brook, Illinois
Run the Fullersburg Woods Loop
4.76 miThis 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...Read more -
Joliet, Illinois
Joliet Iron Works Historic Site Trail
1.42 mi / 10 ft gainJoliet Iron Works Historic Site Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Joliet, Illinois.Read more -
Joliet, Illinois
Hike the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site Trails Loop
4.01.3 mi / 26 ft gainThe Joliet Iron Works Historic Site Trail is typically used for hiking, walking, and birding. If you want to amp up your hike, hop on the Illinois and Michigan Canal Trail, an 11 mile trail connecting the iron works to the Romeoville Prairie Nature Preserve.Read more -
Elwood, Illinois
Buffalo Viewing Trail
5.03.65 mi / 72 ft gainThe trail features chances to see bison, and scenic wild flowers. The Buffalo Viewing Trail is in Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, and is open year-round. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. Old army bunkers are scattered along the trail. The trail winds through a prairi...Read more -
New Carlisle, Indiana
Hike the Glacier Flats Trail at Spicer Lake Nature Reserve
5.02 miThe Glacier Flats Trail is a 1.5 mile loop that guides you through the Old Field Trail and past the Buttonbrush Wetland and observation platform. You will continue along the trail past an open field and then into the woods. Along the way you will enjoy the colors of the wildflowers and likely an...Read more -
Northfield, Illinois
Bike the Skokie Lagoons North Loop
3.04.5 miStarting 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...Read more -
Wilmington, Illinois
Hike the Twin Oaks and Bunker Field Trail
4.2 mi / 85 ft gainThe trail is open for use year-round, and is great for snowshoeing in winter months. This trail allows dogs, but please keep your dog on a leash throughout the duration to avoid disturbing the wonderful bison. Be weary of ticks - bring bug spray for you and your dog.Read more