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Illinois
Rock River Trail
0.8 mi
Distance
196 ft
Gain
23 min
Time
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Rock River Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 196 ft
- Elevation loss
- 196 ft
- Highest point
- 673 ft
- Lowest point
- 648 ft
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About this trail
The Rock River Trail is a short out-and-back trail in Illinois offering a pleasant riverside walk along the scenic Rock River. This easy, accessible route is ideal for families and casual hikers looking for a quick nature outing with views of the river and surrounding landscape.
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