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Going up the South Side gets you to the overlook a bit sooner. Very slippery right now, but it will be an easier climb in the summer
Scenic, was not crowded.
Icy so cleats were essential beautiful views
reviewed River Trail, Bluff Trail, and Illinois Canyon Loop
February 23, 2021Gorgeous trail with just the right amount of snow on it for skiing/snowshoeing
The trail was snowy and beautiful. Most of our walk had no signs of visitors.
Nice trail with a mix of woods and field. The snow was somewhat packed making nice for hiking, still a workout though!
Awesome hike. Great variety of woods and open vistas.
reviewed River Trail, Bluff Trail, and Illinois Canyon LoopJanuary 17, 2021Great trail with wonderful views
A really nice winter hike!! Started on the north end on the west bluff trail, and looped around. Part of the hike is on the balanced rock trail with has 66% incline, made for a great work out going up but can see if people would prefer going down instead. Bring your yak tracks!! Helped with the icy spots :)
Trail was beautiful with some scenic outlooks, pretty rolling praries, and some great woods!
Over crowded during peak season. Great views. Water is great to swim in after sending.
Beautiful snowy hike
