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Bode Lake
4.6 ★★★★★ 566 Google reviews · Running trail in Streamwood, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 8.9 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Bode Lake'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.
Lake park featuring a loop trail, fishing, hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing & other activities.
What runners say about Bode Lake
“The trails were clean and well maintained.”
“Beautiful place to go fishing, running and biking.”
Went on a very nice bike ride with my son. The bike path is so big and beautiful. Nice lake to sit by and chill 😁
Decent bike path with nice grade changes, I wish they had bridges to pass over roads but still it's not bad. Great for a bike ride.
We visited on a sunny Sunday with the temps in the 30’s. Parking lot was actually pretty full but we did find parking. There is garbage, recycling and a porta-potty off the lot. The lake is quite pretty. Only use for fishing, no swimming or boating.
My boyfriend and I discovered this nice little place on our way to an errand. We loved it! The lake is very serene and beautiful. I recommend bringing a Lawn chair, to relax and take it all in. There are people that come with their bicycle, there's trails. People also come to fish, we seen them fishing.
Trail conditions & character
“Years ago there used to be a young woman who would wait in the parking lot and ask you if she could have your dogs poop if your dog happens to poop while you’re there.”
“Good hiking trail, ample parking and outdoor portable restroom at the location.”
“Years ago there used to be a young woman who would wait in the parking lot and ask you if she could have your dogs poop if your dog happens to poop while you’re there.”
“Beautiful place to go fishing, running and biking.”
“It has trails that are in good condition for any type of wheels( stroller, bike ,skates).”
“We walked the paved trail and then caught up with some of the grassy trails off of Higgins Rd.”
Plan your run at Bode Lake
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance8.9 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitefpdcc.com
- Phone(800) 870-3666
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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