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Busse Forest Central
4.7 ★★★★★ 116 Google reviews · Running trail in Elk Grove Village, Illinois · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Busse Forest Central'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.
Preserve with paved trails for biking, hiking and strolling, plus areas for boaters.
What runners say about Busse Forest Central
“As a tourist, it’s a safe and peaceful place to run with some bikers and runners along the way.”
I did a good 15 km running here. As a tourist, it’s a safe and peaceful place to run with some bikers and runners along the way. The track was perfectly done for you to follow. No complications during the run. Enjoy the greenery and the cool air 👍
Nice place for picnic, partys, walk, cycling and other activities. They have shades with benches to seat. You can bring your own grill to do barbecue.
I like to park here to use the Busse Woods Bicycle Trail. Parking for the trail is right after you turn in. There is a restroom building next to the trail. If you drive further, there is a picnic shelter. The only thing I don't like about this spot is that it can take a while to exit left onto eastbound Higgins Road.
Great place for walking running even just enjoying the forest and its nature.
Trail conditions & character
“A bit too crowded for me, as all the way is asphalt share-the-trail type road, where often need to step aside to let bikers go through”
“As a tourist, it’s a safe and peaceful place to run with some bikers and runners along the way.”
“I usually am walking my dog, so watch out for those bikes.”
Plan your run at Busse Forest Central
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitefpdcc.com
- Phone(800) 870-3666
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