Des Plaines, Illinois
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Des Plaines
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Elwood, Illinois
Buffalo Viewing Trail
5.03.65 mi / 72 ft gainThe trail features chances to see bison, and scenic wild flowers. The Buffalo Viewing Trail is in Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, and is open year-round. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. Old army bunkers are scattered along the trail. The trail winds through a prairi...Read more -
Dune Acres, Indiana
Hike the Cowles Bog Trail, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
3.04.4 mi / 200 ft gainTo get to the trailhead parking lot: take Mineral Springs Road towards the community of Dune Acres. Just before you get to the guard shack for the community, turn onto the gravel road to the right - there will be signs indicating Cowles Bog Trail parking. Once parked, walk back towards the Dune A...Read more -
Wilmington, Illinois
Hike the Twin Oaks and Bunker Field Trail
4.2 mi / 85 ft gainThe trail is open for use year-round, and is great for snowshoeing in winter months. This trail allows dogs, but please keep your dog on a leash throughout the duration to avoid disturbing the wonderful bison. Be weary of ticks - bring bug spray for you and your dog.Read more
