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    • Gary, Indiana

      Hike the Dune Succession Trail, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore

      4.5
      1 mi / 150 ft gain
      This hike provides a great opportunity to explore the variable landscape and terrain in Indiana Dunes National Park. From the parking lot head north on a paved walkway toward Lake Michigan's shoreline. Next, walk down the boardwalk to the beach. Once you reach the coast, you'll have amazing view...
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    • Wilmington, Illinois

      Hike the Twin Oaks and Bunker Field Trail

      4.2 mi / 85 ft gain
      The 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. 
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    • Elwood, Illinois

      Buffalo Viewing Trail

      5.0
      3.65 mi / 72 ft gain
      The 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...
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    • Dune Acres, Indiana

      Hike the Cowles Bog Trail, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore

      3.0
      4.4 mi / 200 ft gain
      To 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...
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    • Chesterton, Indiana

      Photograph the Chicago Skyline from the Indiana Dunes

      Indiana Dunes State Park and Beach is a family friendly beach perfect for a day out in the sun. However, it has something to offer most beaches don't - a view of Chicago over the water!  It's a great shot to try to capture on your camera, especially at sunset when colorful clouds fill the sky ove...
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    • Porter, Indiana

      Indiana Dunes Trail 8 And 7 Loop

      1.95 mi / 370 ft gain
      Indiana Dunes Trail 8 and 7 Loop is a 2 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near Chesterton, Indiana.
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    • Chesterton, Indiana

      Hike the 3 Dune Challenge

      5.0
      1.5 mi / 552 ft gain
      Start 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)...
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    • Chesterton, Indiana

      Stroll along the Beach at Beverly Shores

      This is a great neighborhood to stop and walk the beach in for as long as you'd like. Enjoy views of the Chicago skyline across Lake Michigan as you splash in the waves and climb the small dunes. There is a parking lot for Kemil Beach, which is a short walk down to the shoreline. Be sure to check...
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    • Palos Park, Illinois

      Hike the Cap Sauers and Swallow Cliff Loop

      3.0
      4.74 mi / 259 ft gain
      The 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.
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    • Joliet, Illinois

      Joliet Iron Works Historic Site Trail

      1.42 mi / 10 ft gain
      Joliet Iron Works Historic Site Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Joliet, Illinois.
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    • Joliet, Illinois

      Hike the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site Trails Loop

      4.0
      1.3 mi / 26 ft gain
      The 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. 
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    • Willow Springs, Illinois

      Black Oak Trail

      4.5
      2.64 mi / 148 ft gain
      The trails traverse a rolling glacial highland of oak woods and prairie. The hiking trails connect to miles of multi-use trails where you can hike, mountain bike, cross country ski and snowshoe. Lastly, there is an interpretive center with exhibits about local nature and history. The trailhead...
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    • Willow Springs, Illinois

      Saganashkee Slough

      5.0
      6.92 mi / 512 ft gain
      Saganashkee Slough is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lemont, Illinois.
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    • Willow Springs, Illinois

      Cemetery Hill

      2 mi / 100 ft gain
      Just 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...
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    • Lemont, Illinois

      Kayak the Des Plaines River

      Not the easiest to get in or out of the river at this location, but it works, at least for a kayak. Look out for people using the Centennial trail, and those fishing nearby. Be careful and if you are able, wear good shoes or sandals (not flip flops) with some tread as it can get muddy. Nearby thi...
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