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Carroll Center & Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 93 Google reviews · Running trail in Oak Park, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Carroll Center & Park'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.
Outdoor play park with a playground and a baseball field – plus an indoor facility.
What runners say about Carroll Center & Park
“Very well kept up, nice variety of forts, swings, "zipline" track thing, climbing ropes, etc.”
“Great park with swings, jungle jim's and rope climbing structures suitable for all ages.”
Nothing fancy. The grounds were nicely groomed. Very relaxing area. Great place to throw the ball or run around play tag with my child or just lay on a blanket and enjoy nature.
This is a great park. My kids love to play tag here. Good mix of equipment and space to run.
Trail conditions & character
Plan your run at Carroll Center & Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitepdop.org
- Phone(708) 725-2000
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM–5 PM |
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