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Busse Woods

4.8 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Running trail in Elk Grove Village, Illinois · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Busse Woods' 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.

Scenic

What runners say about Busse Woods

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (118 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“The trails themselves are well maintained and the park is clean and appealing.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 11 mentions

“Beautiful all year round and I would recommend for anyone who wants to start going on walks or take bike trails through nature.”

Such a huge forest preserve, there's so many areas to walk that you'll never be bored of the scenery. Lots of animals that you may encounter as well, I've seen quite a few deer and woodpeckers on my walks.

★★★★★ — Vegan , Jun 2021

A great place to spend and enjoy miles of trails and plenty of rest stops and groves. On weekends, the trails can get very busy with lots of pedestrians and bikers so be careful, especially if you bring a pet. The trails themselves are well maintained and the park is clean and appealing.

★★★★★ — Laureen , Apr 2023

It’s a very clean and beautiful park. In this park you’ll find wonderful area to walk, bike or jog. Also hike, picnic, fishing and kayak. Wonderful place for a day out with the family. This park has everything you need to spend the day out, breath fresh, clean air and to enjoy the beauty of the nature.

★★★★★ — Lina , Dec 2020

Beautiful Park to take your family, pets or just yourself to get in touch with nature and beautiful scenic view. Take a picnic basquet and read a eonderful book, or a bike bike or go for a run or simply walk slowly so you can take all the beauty in!. Best part is absolutely free!

★★★★★ — Sam , Nov 2022

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 12 mentions

“Beautiful all year round and I would recommend for anyone who wants to start going on walks or take bike trails through nature.”

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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.
  • Websitefpdcc.com
  • Phone(312) 532-6627

Hours

Monday 6:14 AM–7:14 PM
Tuesday 6:14 AM–7:14 PM
Wednesday 6:14 AM–7:14 PM
Thursday 6:14 AM–7:14 PM
Friday 6:14 AM–7:14 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Busse Woods

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

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Running trails near Elk Grove Village

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

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LoopPavedScenic

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.