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Bloomingdale Trail to Humboldt Overlook

The Bloomingdale Trail to Humboldt Overlook in Chicago, Illinois is an easy 1-mile out-and-back walk that leads from N Spaulding Ave to the overlook above N Humboldt Blvd.

This short section of the Bloomingdale Trail is less of a hike and more of a short out-and-back walk that leads to the "overlook" that sits above N Humboldt Blvd.

Universal Access
This trail is universally accessible and paved.

Highly-Trafficked
This trail is highly-trafficked by foot and bike. Best etiquette is to keep right at all times, assuming bikers may zoom by at any time. Joggers and fast walkers will do the same - this trail can get a bit crowded on weekends.

Parking
Walkers can find parking near the coordinates provided on nearby streets that allow parking without permits.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and should be cleaned up after.
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Know Before You Go

  • The Bloomingdale Trail to Humboldt Overlook is a short, universally accessible, paved 1-mile out-and-back walk in Chicago.
  • Expect high traffic from pedestrians and cyclists, requiring awareness and adherence to trail etiquette (keeping right).
  • Parking is available on nearby streets, and leashed dogs are permitted with responsible cleanup.
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Distance
1.0 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
30 min
Elev. Gain
13'
Rating
0.0
Added
September 25, 2022
Updated
September 27, 2022

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Total Change
13'
Ascent
13'
Descent
13'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.913299, -87.710207
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.913642, -87.710226

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Universal Access

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1.0 mile / 1.6 km
September 18, 2022
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