The Adventure: You don’t want to miss finding out about this hidden gem hike in the middle of the city. You’ll explore a surprising (and secret) 100-acre pocket of wilderness on a 2-mile-long hike in the Burnham Wildlife Corridor. The flat, woodland hike winds through prairie grasses and dense forest. We’ll visit Whiner Beer Co. after in Back of the Yards neighborhood–an industrial brewery with funky sours and saisons in an old meat-packing plant turned eco-hub (called The Plant).
Hike Difficulty: Easy – Perfect for beginners and families. This hike is a meandering walk through the woods on well-maintained paths, offering a relaxing introduction to hiking or a casual day out for seasoned hikers.
Hike Distance: 2 miles | Drive Time: 40 mins (one way)
Pickup / Dropoff: All trips leave from Bitter Pops in Lakeview (map here). Limited metered street parking is available.
What’s Included: Transportation, guided hike, and post-hike pizza at the taproom. We take care of all the planning and logistics to ensure you have a memorable and exciting adventure.
Participation Waiver: All attendees must sign the Trail to Taproom participation waiver before the event starts.
Note: Trail to Taproom does NOT provide alcohol to participants. All hikers must buy their own beverages.
Ticket price includes transportation, guided hike, and post-hike brewery visit.
This trip also includes food at the brewery.
