Trailhead & Stats

Meet in Owl’s Nest Park

The trail starts in Owl’s Nest Park in the main Entrance off of Madison Ave. Your guide, Derek, will meet you there.
Coordinates: 39.1319, -84.4641

Departure is at 10:00 am

~ 4.30 miles
~ 2 hours

We highly encourage guests to arrive early. We will not wait longer than 5 minutes past our departure time.

Difficulty

The level of difficulty is rated as MEDIUM. We will walk at a moderate hiking pace, with a few elevation changes and some urban steps.

About the Experience

Terrian & Landscape

Sidewalks, city steps, bridges, and pedestrian pathways. The hike features parts of Evanston, East Walnut Hills, and Hyde Park.

We will start promptly at 10:00 am in Owl’s Nest Park, an urban oasis wedged between multiple distinct Places. Together we’ll explore them, trekking through parts of Hyde Park, East Walnut Hills, and Evanston. Then we’ll finish in the heart of O’Bryonville.

What to Bring

Bring water and sunscreen, and wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather.

Urban Ranger Goods available after our hike:
Urban Ranger Stickers - $3.00
City Steps Patch - $12.00
Cash or Venmo payment is preferred.

Registration

Please register below. You may only register for yourself. There is no cap on the registration for this event. Invite your friends!