Cook County, Illinois, United States
50.6 miles (81.4 km) · 2,692 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route
The Palos Trail System (IL) is a 50.6 mile route in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The course features 2,692 feet of elevation gain and 2,765 feet of descent. The course averages 63 feet of vertical gain per mile. Approximately 96% of the route is runnable. The route follows trail surfaces. Terrain difficulty is rated as hilly. Difficulty is rated 3.3 out of 10, placing it in the 29.04th percentile. This loop route attracts trail runners and hikers exploring Illinois's mountain terrain.
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