DAY HIKES
Deer Grove West
Oct. 6, 7, 8, 2026
Oct. 6, 7, 8
2-hours
$25.00
Difficulty rating
Miles
Approx 3.5 miles.
Terrain
We are taking mostly dirt trails through Deer Grove, with a little pit on paved or crushed gravel. Expect hills and crossing over dry creeks.
We are following Lucky Duck’s favorite trails through Deer Grove that are off the beaten path. This preserve is full of mature trees, woodpeckers, deer, ravines and small creeks. Always a joy to be here.
Washroom
Outhouse at the parking lot.
What to Bring
Water
A hiking stick is helpful for the narrow dirt trail.
Emergency Medical Information form filled out, kept in your bag
Rainwear as needed
Sturdy hiking shoes/boots
Dress in layers for comfort
Sack lunch or snack
Optional lunch this week
We hope you stay afterwards for 30 minuts for a sack lunch or snack to continue the comraderie.
Times
We meet by 9:45 am (fill out waivers if needed & use outhouse) and begin hiking at 10:00am
Let’s Fully Savor the Outdoor Serenity
We ask you kindly to silence your phones and keep conversations positive.
Weather
We have fun in all kinds of weather, so we rarely postpone. If we do cancel a hike, you will receive an email before 8am on the day of your hike.
You Will Learn
About Northern Lights
Driving Directions
Address: Deer Grove West, Grove #5, or the toboggan sled hill parking lot.
Deer Grove West is accessed off the west side of Quentin Road in Palatine. (North of Dundee road and South of Lake Cook road) After you turn into Deer Grove off Quentin rd., turn right at the first stop sign. Keep going straight and park before you get to the large culva-sac at the end.
We will meet in the Parking lot at 9:45am. Look for blue Trailbound flag.
Cook County Forest Preserve
Phone: 800-870-3666
Web: fpdcc.com
Discussion Starter Question
Bison used to cover the land in masses, and almost went extinct in the 1800’s.
What is something you used to enjoy in abundance, but now feels almost extinct?
Guides
Kari aka “Lucky Duck”
Quote of the day:
“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” -John Burroughs
Cancellations
If you desire to cancel your day hike, you can reschedule for a different hike within the season:
Please email hello@trailboundtrip.com, and state your name, and desired new hike day.
You will receive confirmation for this new day hike if there is room on the trip.
Refunds
Refunds are given when Trailbound Trips cancels a hike. Trailbound Trips will cancel and refund a hike for two reasons:
There needs to be a minimum of three people. You will be notified 24 hours in advance if this is the case.
The weather is dangerous, ie. lightning or a major storm. You will be notified before 8 a.m. on the day of the hike.