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Norton Woods – Bridge over Fox River loop from St. Charles

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Norton Woods – Bridge over Fox River loop from St. Charles

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Norton Woods – Bridge over Fox River loop from St. Charles

01:25

20.9km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 450 m for 1 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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525 m

Fox River Trail – St. Charles Riverfront

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Bring lunch or visit the many restaurants that St. Charles has to offer. Also stop at Potawatomi park to enjoy the outdoors with wonderful views.

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2.54 km

Fox River Trail: Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods

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This section of the Fox River Trail from the Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods hugs the bank of the Fox River while mostly sticking in the trees. Like …

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5.49 km

Norton Woods

Highlight • Forest

As you approach the Red Gate Trail intersection with the Fox River Trail by Norton Creek as it flows into the Fox River, you cross Norton Woods. Near Fox River …

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8.32 km

Bridge over Fox River

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Nice wooden bridge over the Fox River. You get great views of the water, so it's worth stopping briefly to enjoy the view.

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10.1 km

Fox River Trail

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The Fox River Trail is a popular rail trail that connects several suburbs with the nearby parks. It runs for almost 60 miles and is a mix of asphalt and …

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12.4 km

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

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The reflection of the classic stone brick railway bridge on the Fox River on a still day is beautiful, with a backdrop of green mixed trees. A lovely spot to …

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16.9 km

Forest Path in Andersen Woods Forest Preserve

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The Fox River's watershed is filled with forest preserves, being the Andersen Woods Forest Preserve, one of them. The 25 miles Fox River Trail is the best way to immerse yourself into this natural environment.

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18.1 km

Norris Woods Nature Preserve

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Embark on a journey through the enchanting Norris Woods Nature Preserve, once known as Jones Woods, boasting a century-long legacy of preservation. This Illinois State Nature Preserve, graciously entrusted to …

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20.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.5 km

6.13 km

3.83 km

335 m

169 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.0 km

4.38 km

417 m

181 m

Elevation

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Monday 29 June

33°C

23°C

2 %

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Norton Woods – Bridge over Fox River loop from St. Charles

Fox River Trail – St. Charles Riverfront

Fox River Trail: Norris Woods Nature Preserve to Norton Woods

Norton Woods

Bridge over Fox River

Fox River Trail

Fox River Trail (railway bridge view)

Forest Path in Andersen Woods Forest Preserve

Norris Woods Nature Preserve

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