Horse Creek
4.8 mi
Distance
420 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Horse Creek is a point-to-point trail in Alexander County, Illinois. It is 4.8 miles long and gains 420 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is McClure, Illinois, about 2 miles away in a straight line.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 192 ft |
| High point | 0.8 mi | 225 ft |
| End | 4.8 mi | 207 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- McClure, IL · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Alexander County, IL
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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