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Park · Lookout Mountain Forest Preserve

Lookout Mountain Forest Preserve

10.1 mi round tripLong dayDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.

Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Suggested hike10.1 miRound trip to the far side
Elevation gainNot measuredRound trip
Trails17.3 miTotal in the park

Overview

Lookout Mountain Forest Preserve has about 17.3 miles of trails. Our suggested hike is a 10.1-mile round trip from Parking area to the far side of the trail network, following Costanti Lane. Shorten or extend it as you like.

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What you need

Parking and passes

No parking pass is needed at most trailheads like this one. Check posted signs, since some lots have their own rules.

Getting there

The hike starts at Parking area. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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