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The southwest suburbs are full of wonderful forest preserves, parks and natural areas. I spend a lot of time walking/hiking in them, and I'm sure there are others of you who are retired, working part-time, between jobs or whatever who like to get some outdoor exercise during the week. Let's get together and do some walking!
We usually hike on Tuesday mornings for 1-2 hours, usually between 3 and 5 miles, at a moderate pace. Coffee or lunch afterwards is often an option. Hikes may also be scheduled on other days of the week, along with occasional longer outings to places further away. We may or may not hike year-round, depending on the severity of the weather.
Dogs are not permitted on this group's hikes, unless a special exception is requested and granted or a special "dog-friendly" hike is announced. Several of the places we frequently hike are nature preserves that don't allow dogs. Also, I think it might slow down the group or cause problems if several people bring dogs. Thanks for your cooperation.
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See all- Palos Trails, Hike Hidden Pond Woods - West, 4.0 or 5.7 MiHidden Pond Woods West , Hickory Hills , IL$1.00
This hike begins at Hidden Pond Woods West which can be tricky to find so check the map beforehand - it must be entered from the northbound lanes of LaGrange Rd and is between 87th and 95th Streets. We'll start south and follow the trail along Kean Ave, go south of Belly Deep Slough, then cross under LaGrange and head back north, passing Cranberry Slough, crossing 95th Street, passing by Hogwash Slough, and then coming back to the Orange Trail. At this point, those that desire can return to the parking lot, crossing under LaGrange again. Those that want 1.7 miles more will take the loop to the north consisting of the Yellow and Orange trails before returning to the parking lot. Nice trails, mostly crushed stone and some natural and wooded, not tough but some hills.
If it has rained recently, the beginning part can be muddy - so be prepared just in case!
Maps at:
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