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Long Hiking Loop
Trail
1.2 mile
2.0 kilometer
out and back
100% Runnable
Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
68'
21 m
Descent: -61' -18 m
High: 956' 292 m
Low: 908' 277 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 2% (1°)
Max Grade: 6% (3°)
Dogs
Unknown
Weather
Unknown
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“Longer version of Marengo Ridges' wooded doubletrack trail”
— Peter Gitta
Features
Fall Colors
Runner Notes
The trail is generally good for running, though you'll want to use a bit of caution in the rooty eastern portion.
Description
For those wanting a bit longer journey than is offered by the Short Hiking Loop trail, this longer extension might satisfy. The doubletrack consists of a mixure or grass, gravel, and hard pack with roots. Campsites are located along the east side of the trail for those hoping to extend their stay in the park. Much of the trail travels through wooded portions of the park, and shade is ample.
The eastern leg of the trail is hilly with exposed roots, but the balance is a good surface. Either grass or gravel can be found in the western portion. Can be very muddy in Spring season though.
The eastern leg of the trail is hilly with exposed roots, but the balance is a good surface. Either grass or gravel can be found in the western portion. Can be very muddy in Spring season though.
Flora & Fauna
A myriad of mammals, birds, butterflies and insects inhabit the high quality oak woodlands at Marengo Ridge including great-horned owls, wild turkeys, Eastern Kingbirds, Broad-winged hawks and numerous songbirds.
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Contacts
Land Manager: McHenry County Conservation District
Apr 9, 2015: Dough Birds
Mar 25, 2015: Judging a Book by its Contents, Not its Cover
Mar 17, 2015: The Wearing of the Green
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