Major Taylor Trail – Whistler Woods loop from 115th Street (Morgan Park)

Major Taylor Trail – Whistler Woods loop from 115th Street (Morgan Park)

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Major Taylor Trail – Whistler Woods loop from 115th Street (Morgan Park)

01:44

40.3km

60m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.09 km

Dan Ryan Woods

Highlight • Forest

Dan Ryan Woods, a beloved family destination on Chicago's South Side, spans 257 acres. Featuring sledding hills, historic aqueducts, fitness stairs, and a mile-long paved loop connecting to the Major …

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11.9 km

Major Taylor Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Stretching from Dan Ryan Woods south to Whistler Woods, the Major Taylor Trail offers a diverse route with paved, off-street, and on-street segments managed by the Chicago Park District. Named …

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17.9 km

Whistler Woods

Highlight • Forest

Whistler Woods is home to oaks that are 300 years old and hosts a portion of the Major Taylor Trail, a trail that is over 8 miles long.

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27.9 km

Major Taylor Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice murals showcasing Mr Taylor’s career as a champion cyclist in the boardwalk era and the first black cyclist allowed to compete in American events.

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33.0 km

Major Taylor Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Stretching from Dan Ryan Woods south to Whistler Woods, the Major Taylor Trail offers a diverse route with paved, off-street, and on-street segments managed by the Chicago Park District. Named …

Tip by

40.3 km

End point

Train Station

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