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9.5 miles
Distance
1,138 ft
Climb
-1,133 ft
Descent
694 ft
High Point
7 ft
Altitude change
498 ft
Altitude min
640 ft
Altitude start
646 ft
Altitude end
-51.4%
Grade max
31.3%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
This is known as the figure 8 loop. Starts out primarily down hill with a couple short climbs. Trail 2 begins a long uphill / false flat section with only some small reprieve. Trail 4 is a good mix of fun downhill areas, long climbs and some rock lines with drops.
Detailed Description
Figure 8 loop is a 10 mile popular intermediate route located near Marquette Heights Illinois. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 20 trails. This route climbs 1,138 ft with a max elevation of 694 ft then descends -1,133 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: Apr 6, 2026)
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Apr 6, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance10 miles
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Avg time1 hr 31 min
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Altitude min498 ft
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Altitude start640 ft
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Altitude end646 ft
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Climb1,138 ft
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Descent-1,133 ft
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Grade max-51.4%
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Grade min31.3%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down4 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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Trails in Route
| 2 miles | |||||
| 344 ft | |||||
| 135 ft | |||||
| 584 ft | |||||
| 102 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 1,713 ft | |||||
| 1,732 ft | |||||
| 2,402 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 1,762 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 2,287 ft | |||||
| 2,129 ft |
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeXC
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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Independence Park MTB trails - Full intermediate (blue) trail loop, clockwise
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