While many of the things you love about summer may be put on pause for now, you’ll always be able to count on Mother Nature to provide a fun activity. Illinois is filled with so many beautiful hiking and biking trails, but this one tends to be a favorite for the route it takes alongside the Fox River.

If you haven’t taken a bike ride on The Fox River Trail, now’s your chance!

The Fox River Trail runs beside the scenic Fox River in Northern Illinois for just over 40 miles.

Fox River Bike Trail/Facebook It starts in Aurora and ends in Algonquin.

This scenic trail offers plenty of natural beauty to soak in as you ride along on your bike.

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The historic Fox River Trail passes over 6 bridges throughout its 40-mile duration.

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The wooden bridges mixed with the green background make this the perfect place to take some gorgeous photos.

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In the fall, there’s nothing better than the changing of the leaves as you roll through miles and miles of forestry in the nature preserves.

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In addition to nature preserves, the trail goes through lots of charming towns throughout Illinois.

Fox River Bike Trail/Facebook You might even want to park your bike to walk around some of these towns for a bit. There are plenty of restaurants to eat at if you’re hungry as well!

The Fox River Trail is very well maintained and you can pick up a map for it in many of the visitor centers located in towns throughout its route.

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For a breathtaking escape in nature, hop on your bike and ride the Fox River Bike Trail.

Rev Johannes M/TripAdvisor The flat, mostly asphalt surface makes this a trail that’s perfect for beginners and advanced cyclists alike.

Ready to start your adventure? For more information and to plan your trip, click here.

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It starts in Aurora and ends in Algonquin.

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You might even want to park your bike to walk around some of these towns for a bit. There are plenty of restaurants to eat at if you’re hungry as well!

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The flat, mostly asphalt surface makes this a trail that’s perfect for beginners and advanced cyclists alike.

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Address: Fox River Trail, Aurora, IL 60505, USA