North Pool (Busse Lake) – Busse Woods Red Loop Trail loop from Arlington Park

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North Pool (Busse Lake) – Busse Woods Red Loop Trail loop from Arlington Park

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(9516)

15,185

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North Pool (Busse Lake) – Busse Woods Red Loop Trail loop from Arlington Park

02:06

35.8km

80m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 14.7 km for 172 m

Open: • sunrise-sunset (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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14.4 km

Pedestrian Bridge Over East Higgins Road

Highlight • Bridge

East Higgins Road divides Busse Forest into a northern section offering a rugby field and elk pasture and the lake-dominated southern section.

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14.8 km

North Pool (Busse Lake)

Highlight • Lake

This pool is part of Busse Reservoir, AKA Busse Lake, which was created in 1978. There's a nice multi-use trail along the shore.

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15.4 km

Busse Lake — North and Main Pools

Highlight • Lake

This lake is a key feature of the Salt Creek Water Trails, offering opportunities to explore the area by rowboat, canoe, or kayak, all of which can be rented nearby. …

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16.2 km

Busse Woods Red Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Busse Woods Red Loop Trail is a fantastic seven mile multi-use paved path, with great views of the lake as it winds through the beautiful preserve. There are great …

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16.7 km

Bridge over Connecting Canal

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge crosses the canal that joins the two bodies of water. A truly scenic crossing!

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21.0 km

Ned Brown Forest Preserve (Busse Woods)

Highlight • Forest

Ned Brown Forest Preserve, also known as the Busse Woods, is a 3,558-acre preserve with almost 13 miles of paved trails to ride. This park has an elk pasture and is one of the most popular parks in the state.

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