Hiking and Biking at Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, Wheaton

Why Herrick?
Hiking and Biking, primarily- Over 7 miles of stunning trails along with fishing and boating facilities in the lake. The half-mile walk around the lake is absolutely blissful during Fall season. The hikes cut through much acclaimed Danada-Herrick Regional Trail. Famous for horseback riding and cross-country skiing as well.

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As seen on the Lake Trail October 22, 2022

How to Plan your visit?

• Set your GPS here.

•  Choose the trails for hiking and biking.  Trail map (Dupage Forest portal)

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•  Click here for official Dupage Forest portal for later info.
•  Carry picnic necessities. The place allows you to carry portal grills and offers hot coal containers as well.

• Run through this indispensable emergency checklist.

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The Lake Trail

The half-mile soft trail was mostly under the shade and studded with foliage all through.

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It has a few shelters which can be reserved as well.

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You can veer off to some side trails as well.

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Boating

Herrick boasts of well-equipped paddling ops as well.

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Courtesy, DupageForest

While boating, you can squeeze through the narrow path under the bridge to access the other side of the lake.

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