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A 40-mile urban trail that runs along the Fox River.


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40.2

Miles

64.6

KM

Point to Point

777' 237 m

High

599' 183 m

Low

436' 133 m

Up

300' 92 m

Down

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Max Grade (2°)

Dogs Leashed

Features River/Creek · Views

Family Friendly While trying to hike the entire trail with children would prove disastrous for all parties involved, they can certainly handle a small portion.

Description

This urban trail travels from Oswego in the south to the edge of Algonquin in the north. Much of the trail is spent hugging the banks of the Fox River.

The mellow grades, easy access, and river views make this a popular route for recreating and commuting. While most hikers won't travel the entirety of the 40-mile trail in one outing, plenty of parks and nearby trails make it easy to put together enjoyable out-and-backs to suit your party's taste.

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Eric Ashley

Trail Ratings

  3.7 from 3 votes

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in Oswego

#24085

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Trail Rankings

#1

in Oswego

#221

in Illinois

#24,085

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Photos

Challenge Dam.
Nov 14, 2016 near Batavia, IL
View from Old Mill Park, Geneva, IL.
Nov 14, 2016 near Geneva, IL
Surging water along the Fox River Trail.
Nov 14, 2016 near North A…, IL
Fabyan Windmill.
Nov 8, 2016 near Geneva, IL
Near the Fox River in Aurora.
Nov 14, 2016 near Aurora, IL
North Avenue Bridge.
Nov 14, 2016 near Aurora, IL

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