Hike Oakhurst Forest & Lake Patterson in Kane County ~6 miles option for 4
Details
Optional Post Hike Lunch
TBD, possibly Hopvine
Summary
This is a heavily wooded preserve with flat easy trails. There are some roots to watch out for and unlevel areas. There's also a big sledding hill that people sometimes climb up at the end for extra cardio.
We'll first hike thru the woods taking the inner trails. This will end up being about 4.5 miles and return to the parking lot.
For those that want a longer hike, we can go around the lake for an additional 1.5 miles.
This hike is cross posted with Chicagoland Trailblazers hiking group
https://www.meetup.com/chicagoland-trailblazers-hiking-group/events/310560061
and my guest rsvp includes members of the group.
Location
1680 5th Ave, Aurora, IL
Directions
The entrance is .5 miles east of Farnsworth.
Your GPS will take you there using above address. There is a big Greek church right across the street.
When you see it be ready to turn in on the north side of the street.
As you drive in, stay to the right. We are meeting in shelter 1.
Do not drive toward the big hill which will be on your left.
Websites
https://kaneforest.com/location/oakhurst
https://kaneforest.com/upload/61-OakhurstTRAILMAP2018.pdf