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Cook Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 348 Google reviews · Running trail in Wauconda, Illinois · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Cook Memorial Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Family-friendly park featuring a playground and softball fields.
What runners say about Cook Memorial Park
“I was able to park there and go kayaking without having to carry the kayak very far and it was a shady area with an clean portapotty nearby.”
Went there to vote. There is a trail to walk or ride your bike. Also, dog friendly. They have bags for the dogs stuff if you forgot to bring one or if you just need an extra one. In the summer, I like to sit by the lake and have lunch there. They have picnic tables by the water. There is swings for the kids.
Cook Memorial Park is a delightful spot in downtown Libertyville. The rose garden is beautifully maintained, and the historic Ansel B. Cook House adds a charming touch. It’s a perfect place for a peaceful walk or a family picnic.🧺
The playground is great for a wide range of ages. It's plenty spacious for kids to run around. It's not fenced, but it's set back from the main road so you can let kids run free. The bathrooms, though... avoid if at all possible.
My dog loves to run there also I enjoy watching birds and there is a wider variety of ducks to see than most places. I also love to sit at the pier
Trail conditions & character
“I was able to park there and go kayaking without having to carry the kayak very far and it was a shady area with an clean portapotty nearby.”
“It had a very nice layout and plenty of parking.”
“My dog loves to run there also I enjoy watching birds and there is a wider variety of ducks to see than most places.”
Plan your run at Cook Memorial Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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 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.
- Websitewaucondaparks.org
- Phone(847) 526-3610
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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