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14.2 miles
Distance
1,152 ft
Climb
-1,169 ft
Descent
741 ft
High Point
-17 ft
Altitude change
603 ft
Altitude min
667 ft
Altitude start
650 ft
Altitude end
-23.7%
Grade max
25%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
3 miles
Distance flat
An outer Palos loop omitting Stonehouse
Detailed Description
Palos Outer Loop is a 14 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Willow Springs Illinois. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 13 trails. This route climbs 1,152 ft with a max elevation of 741 ft then descends -1,169 ft.
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Stats
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Distance14 miles
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Avg time1 hr 56 min
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Altitude min603 ft
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Altitude start667 ft
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Altitude end650 ft
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Climb1,152 ft
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Descent-1,169 ft
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Grade max-23.7%
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Grade min25%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat3 miles
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Trails in Route
| 656 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 554 ft | |||||
| 1,683 ft | |||||
| 2,874 ft | |||||
| 4,557 ft | |||||
| 3,606 ft | |||||
| 3 miles | |||||
| 1,729 ft | |||||
| 4,902 ft | |||||
| 1,969 ft | |||||
| 2,264 ft | |||||
| 1 mile |
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Other Activities
- Gravel Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeAM, XC, Fat, Gravel
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
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Fun and Rocky Trails | Mountain Biking at Palos Forest Preserve, Chicago
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Jul 26, 2025
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Chicago's Premier MTB Trails | Palos Forest Preserve | Flowy Trails
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