The 5 miles of foot trails provide unparalleled scenic enjoyment. Most of the 12 trails are classified as difficult to very difficult, but Blackberry and Pitch Pine trails are rated as moderate. Be sure to look for the beaver dams along Shore Trail, as well as some of the more than 200 bird species that call Argyle Lake home.
From Chicago, take Interstate 80 or Interstate 88 west to Interstate 74 South to Route 34. Take Route 34 West to Route 67 turning South on Route 136. Proceed west to Colchester. The park is 2 miles north of Colchester on Coal Road. Coal Road runs north of the Sinclair Station in Colchester.
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