19 of 19 · Hiking Trails in ChicagoDes Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk
About
Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk is a hiking trail in Chicago, IL, at Des Plaines Trail System - Yellow Unpaved Trl.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 25 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM — which makes planning simple. And if it does not suit, 18 more hiking trails in Chicago are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in Chicago.
What works
Under the radar
Strong ratings from a small crowd (25 reviews). Expect fewer people than the headline spots draw.
Open every day
The same hours all week (7:00 AM – 8:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Easy to pair with a second stop
18 other hiking trails sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this hiking trail posts schedules, closures and events there.
Worth knowing first
Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
Planning a visit
General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.
A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.
When to go
Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. The gates are open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
What to bring
- More water than feels necessary
- Shoes with grip
- A downloaded map — signal thins out
Hours
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Common questions about Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk
What is Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk?
Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk is a hiking trail in Chicago, IL, at Des Plaines Trail System - Yellow Unpaved Trl.
What are the opening hours at Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk?
Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk is open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM every day of the week.
Is there parking at Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk?
No parking is recorded for Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk. Expect to look for street parking nearby.
How is Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk rated?
Des Plaines River Trail - New Boardwalk holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Chicago has 18 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Lakefront Trail - Fullerton - 2400 N, Lakefront Trail - Ohio Street Beach - 600N and North Branch Trail South End at Gompers Park.
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