Big Marsh Park paths
99Big Marsh Park paths: 2.1 miles of bike paths in and around Chicago, IL. 98% of it has a smooth, kid-friendly surface. It stays away from cars the whole way. There's a playground, restrooms and parking within half a mile. PedalKin gives it a kid score of 99 out of 100.
2.1 mi · 98% smooth surface · 100% away from cars
Scores are based on OpenStreetMap data and may be out of date or wrong. Always check trail conditions, closures and your child's readiness before you ride. Disclaimer
Best place to start
Park at Big Marsh Bike Park, 0.2 mi from the trail. From the lot, restrooms are about 500 feet away and a playground is about 600 feet away.
- The trail
- Playground
- Restroom
- Parking
- Best place to start
Playgrounds and restrooms within half a mile are shown. Parking lots are shown if they're within about 200 m (one or two blocks), plus the closest one. Tap a dot or icon for its name.
Close by
Parks within half a mile of the trail, closest first, and what they have.
- Big Marsh Bike Park (0.1 mi away): 1 playground, 1 restroom and 1 parking lot
Gear for this ride
Short and sweet
A good length for a balance bike or a first pedal bike. Find the right size by inseam, not age. Kids' bike size chart
Helmets on
A helmet that fits sits level, two fingers above the eyebrows. Here's what to look for. Kids' helmets
Snack stops
Snacks and water keep a ride happy. Spill-proof cups help for kids in a seat. Snacks and water
Nearby trails
These trails connect to or come within a block or two of Big Marsh Park paths.
- Big Marsh Bike Park paths · 3.3 mi · score unknown
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