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Run the North Branch Trail in Albany Park., Illinois

Run the North Branch Trail in Albany Park.

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Welcome to a paved greenway in northwest Chicago that continues into Cook County and Glencoe, passing several parks and forest preserves. Plenty of shade, which helps on hot days.

Along the way

1
North Branch TrailPaved greenway of 8.4 miles that is shaded, useful on hot days.
2
North ParkStart of the greenway in the northwest part of the city.

The route

Distance13.4 km
Running≈ 1 h 23
Cycling≈ 53 min
Climb↑ 47 m
RouteOne way

A 13.4 km one-way route from Albany Park to run or cycle, with 47 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 47 m in total

Before you go

StartWest Foster Avenue, Albany Park, Chicago, 60630Open the start in Maps →
FinishA different place from the start: see the map
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