Where to ride when it's wet
In the Chicago area, wet and muddy conditions often lead to the closure of single-track trails. Riding on muddy, soft trails creates ruts and mudholes, causing riders to go around them and widen the trails. This damages the trails and takes away precious volunteer hours from building new trails and making repairs. Please avoid riding when trail indicators show a "red" status, meaning the trails are too wet or soft.
So, where can you ride when the trails are closed, and you still want to work up a sweat or keep your legs loose?
Fortunately, the Chicago region boasts an extensive network of crushed limestone multi-tracks, rail-to-trails, and paved bike paths that are suitable for riding in almost any condition.
When the Palos trails are closed the following trails are good options:
When the Raceway trails are closed the following trails are good options:
Google Maps set in "bicycle" mode is a great general resource.
Other Resources: