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50-Acre Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 359 Google reviews · Running trail in Evergreen Park, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from 50-Acre Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Free park featuring dog-friendly areas, ponds, walking paths and frisbee golf courses, plus a barn, riding ponies, horses and chickens.
What runners say about 50-Acre Park
“The park is well maintained , and doggie bags are readily available.”
“Went here for a late winter walk, I was a little surprised that the paths were not shoveled but The pavilion area is still a great place to check out a beautiful sunset”
“Excellent park for people, children, and pets owners especially the dog walk sections.”
Hidden gem in Evergreen Park. Me and my puppy, love walking along the path and enjoy stopping to see the horses in the barn. The park is well maintained , and doggie bags are readily available. 🐕💩
Beautiful, well kept park. Very nice disc golf course. Very pleasant to walk through.
This park is beautiful! There's a barn with horses and goats and kitties (super friendly!) as well as a disc golf course, dog park, wood carvings, and walking path. There's a great deal of open space for picnics and other activities. I wish I lived closer!
Went here for a late winter walk, I was a little surprised that the paths were not shoveled but The pavilion area is still a great place to check out a beautiful sunset
Trail conditions & character
“It's definitely an awesome place to go sledding in the winter, big dog park, great for playing ultimate frisbee.”
“Went here for a late winter walk, I was a little surprised that the paths were not shoveled but The pavilion area is still a great place to check out a beautiful sunset”
“The hill has a short side for beginners and long side that goes really damn fast.”
“Handicap accessible, not sure for restrooms though.”
“Beautiful back to nature feel and a relaxing pond with a water fountain - sweet tranquility!”
Plan your run at 50-Acre Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteevergreenpark-ill.com
- Phone+1 708-422-1551
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–9 pm |
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