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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.
What runners say about Busse Woods
“The trails themselves are well maintained and the park is clean and appealing.”
“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.
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.
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.
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!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful all year round and I would recommend for anyone who wants to start going on walks or take bike trails through nature.”
Plan your run at Busse Woods
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 |
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