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Chicago Lakefront TrailIdeal for tourists and first-time visitors, this 19-mile trail navigates along Lake Michigan and through the heart of downtown Chicago, boasting a wild mix of both urban and outdoor attractions.
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Bicycling, Illinois State
Explore Bicycling in Illinois State with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Bicycling Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Bicycling guide to compare the stops that belong together in Illinois State, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Fox River TrailThis is a great long-distance route for cyclists who want a mix of city and nature.
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Great Western TrailTravel along the same paths as the historic Chicago Great Western Railway when you cycle down this 17-mile trail.
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Illinois & Michigan Canal State TrailThe 80-mile journey along the Illinois River is like a trip back in time.
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Illinois Prairie PathLargely situated in DuPage County, this interconnected system of three trails has something for every type of cyclist.
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Kankakee River TrailWinding through southwestern Chicago between Bourbonnais and Wilmington is this 10.6-mile cycling trail.
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Madison County Transit Nickel Plate TrailFor the first part of this 28-mile journey from Pontoon Beach to New Douglas, you will be surrounded by seemingly endless miles of rural farmland, which to be honest, can get a little boring if you are expecting to be entertained during your ride.
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North Branch Bicycle TrailCycling from busy city streets to tranquil wooded forests in just a matter of minutes when you embark down this 22-mile cycling trail.
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Old Chain of Rocks BridgeAt just 1-mile long, this cycling path is less about the journey and more about seeing one of Illinois most iconic bridges.
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Rock Island TrailThis trail traces the route of the former Chicago, Rock Island, and Peoria Railroad that operated for over 130 years.
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Tunnel Hill State TrailThis trail is like a living museum there is something new and exciting to discover around each turn.
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Vadalabene BikewayKnown for its picturesque riverfront views, this 20-mile trail is great for an early morning or late afternoon ride.
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Des Plaines River TrailThis multi-use path is a great way for hikers, walkers, horseback riders, bikers, and even snow-shoers and snowmobilers (in winter, of course) to explore the northeastern side of Illinois.
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The Constitution Trail37 miles of this 43-mile outdoor trail system is built over existing railroad tracks that were once used by the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad.
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Green Bay TrailAlthough this trail is mainly used for commuters going to and from Chicago, it is also ideal for cyclists and visitors, thanks to its accessibility and access to Lake Michigan.
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Hennepin Canal ParkwayThis canal-turned-bike path was built in 1907 to connect the Illinois River with the Mississippi.
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The Old Plank Road TrailConnecting Chicago Heights with Joliet, this 21.7-mile bike path travels along with the former Joliet and Northern Indiana Railroad that run until the early 1900s.
