Linne Woods includes a segment of the North Branch of the Chicago River, a canoe landing, bike rental and a picnic grove. Paved and unpaved trails in the North Branch Trail System run through the site.
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Location & Things to Do
Linne Woods
Entrance
Things to Do & Amenities
- Parking
- Indoor Bathroom
- Accessible Portable Bathroom
- Trail Access
- Hiking & Walking
- Bicycling
- Dogs
(on-leash only) - Cross-Country Skiing
- Canoe Landing
- Equestrian Parking
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Indoor bathroom open April 1 to October 31 depending on weather conditions.
- Portable bathroom open November 1 to April 30 depending on weather conditions.
Picnic Groves
- Grove #1
(with shelter)- Capacity: 300 people
- Grove #2
(with shelter)- Capacity: 200 people
Hours
Year-round: Sunrise to SunsetClosures & Alerts
Trails
North Branch Trail System
The North Branch Trail System offers paved and unpaved trails along approximately 20 miles of the North Branch of the Chicago River, making it a premier biking route in the northern suburbs.
Location: Chicago, Glenview, Morton Grove, Niles, Northbrook, Northfield, Skokie & Winnetka
Surface
Paved & UnpavedEstimated Total Length
36.7 milesHours
Year-round: Sunrise to SunsetClosures & Alerts
Canoe Landing
A carry-in canoe landing provides access to the North Branch of the Chicago River.
Volunteer
Linne Woods
Linne Woods features a variety of spring and summer wildflowers with a canopy of oaks and hickories and an understory of ironwood and black cherry. Help remove buckthorn and other weedy species, protecting the native woodland ecosystem.
Linne Prairie
This 30 acre prairie has been impacted by agriculture, garbage dumping, and used for limestone spoil. Volunteers have dedicated themselves to restoring this land and protecting the adjacent high quality prairie remnant, oak-hickory forest, and riparian areas from invasive species and other threats. Experience the beauty of its re-establishment and the return of wildlife.