Hikers and cyclists share the path. A short and paved trail filled with wildlife and Birdwatching opportunities. There is rich vegetation throughout your hike. Please do not feed the wildlife. No fee required.

The Hennepin Canal Trail is a trail that spans multiple counties in Illinois as it follows a canal that makes its way from the Mississippi River east to the Illinois River with a connecting feeder canal trail that also connects from the north. This section starts in the western portion of the trail at Lock 29 and travels through the remote rural areas on its way to the turnaround point at the feeder basin where the feeder canal comes to a convergence with the main canal. There are limited pit stops and access areas located right along the canal trail for water, bathrooms, or food so be sure to come prepared beforehand. The trail provides scenery of the canal all along the path with sections through wooded terrain and lots of open rural scenery. From the feeder basin the trail can be continued for many miles to the east or the north giving riders the option of customizing a longer trip. The trail is mixed asphalt and crushed limestone and is very level making it a good option for riders of all skill levels.

Dense forest and open areas, fishing, canoeing available, lots of bugs, great birdwatching. Trail is dirt and well maintained and goes all around the perimeter of the lake.

Hiking in Geode State Park around the perimeter of the lake. The scenery is beautiful and there is picnicking and fishing available.

Birdwatchers can see almost every bird native to the region. There are multi-use trails in the park and single use. This in the only trail where mountain biking is allowed; and in the winter, this is one of two trails where snowmobiling is allowed. Bikers, yield to hikers. And, there is parking available at both ends. Great lake views during the whole hike.

A ride that will take on you on roads shared with cars and on the Prairie Farmer Trail. The surface is made of paved roads and crushed limestone. The climb is steep and long. The scenery changes from farm fields, city neighborhoods and business district. There are restroom facilities and drinking water at the trailhead.

A network of multi-use trails travel over rolling hill terrain in Newton Hills State Park offering some fun and challenging ride option for mountain bikers. The marked singletrack trails travel through forested areas and open meadows with lots of short but steep climbs and descents. Trail conditions may be muddy at times with small obstacles along the way. The trails can be used to customize multiple shorter loops or one long loop. The trails are The state park also offers camping and picnic areas. The trails are also open for hiking and horseback riding so watch out for other users along the way. There are some other connecting trails to the south but some allow hiking only.

Starr's Cave Preserve Trail is beautiful with limestone bluffs shadowing Flint Creek. During the winter you can cross country ski to explore the trails.

Relaxing walk at Gray's Lake. There are multiple trails, multiple eagle sighting/nesting, beach area, lake, lake boat, popular area so higher traffic.

This is an easy trail of mixed concrete and crushed stone. There are several bathrooms and picnic facilities around the trail. You will cross three bridges over the lake. It is easy hiking with some beautiful lake views.