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North Branch Red Paved Trail – North Branch Trail loop from Park Ridge

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North Branch Red Paved Trail – North Branch Trail loop from Park Ridge

Easy

4.7

(1850)

12,420

riders

North Branch Red Paved Trail – North Branch Trail loop from Park Ridge

01:32

25.7km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.66 km

North Branch Red Paved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The North Branch Red Trail is an absolute blast. The perfect mix of gravel and paved, mostly in the shade of the woods.

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6.72 km

If you are running along the paved North Branch Trail, you'll pass through the Miami Woods property, which is marked by towering trees and a spur trail that passes through a meadow area. The meadow can be accessed via a short dirt path that is lined with wildflowers in the spring and early summer months.

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8.79 km

Linne Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Linne Woods Preserve is a nature preserve in Morton Grove, Illinois. A number of trails pass through the property, which is centered around the wetland and forest ecosystems created by the North Branch of the Chicago River that runs through the heart of the preserve.

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8.96 km

Linne Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

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10.2 km

Forest Preserve District of Cook County

Nature Reserve

10.3 km

North Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail system provides a choice between paved and unpaved trails, offering over 20 miles winding through various preserves and along the North Branch Chicago River.

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12.4 km

Linne Woods Preserve

Highlight • Forest

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13.2 km

North Branch Tan Unpaved Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The North Branch Tan Unpaved Trail is an intermediate-rated gem within the North Branch Trail System. This scenic trail system seamlessly connects Chicago to the lush landscapes of the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe. As you navigate the unpaved trail, be prepared for a delightful blend of natural beauty and invigorating terrain.

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25.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

9.14 km

2.60 km

2.26 km

794 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

7.75 km

2.14 km

574 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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North Branch Red Paved Trail – North Branch Trail loop from Park Ridge

North Branch Red Paved Trail

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Linne Woods Preserve

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North Branch Trail

Linne Woods Preserve

North Branch Tan Unpaved Trail

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