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Amôwa Forest Preserve West Entrance
4.1 ★★★★☆ 18 Google reviews · Running trail in East Moline, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 1.5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Amôwa Forest Preserve West Entrance'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.
What runners say about Amôwa Forest Preserve West Entrance
Took the 1.5 mile loop today. There are now several signs with maps and the trails have been used enough that they are easy to follow. There are a couple moderately steep climbs but nothing too difficult. It's a pleasant little hike through the woods.
nice new hiking trail, did the 1.5 mile loop and very pretty and quiet, porta-potty at start and picnic table, no water so bring your own, will be back to hike again for sure.
Trail conditions & character
“5 mile loop and very pretty and quiet, porta-potty at start and picnic table, no water so bring your own, will be back to hike again for sure.”
“5 mile loop and very pretty and quiet, porta-potty at start and picnic table, no water so bring your own, will be back to hike again for sure.”
Plan your run at Amôwa Forest Preserve West Entrance
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- Loop distance1.5 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitericfpd.org
- Phone+1 309-203-1404
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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