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Eaton Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 168 Google reviews · Running trail in Plainfield, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Eaton Preserve'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.
Former farmstead with picnic tables, a playground, and walking trails, plus a boat launch.
What runners say about Eaton Preserve
“The playground is fairly new and very well kept.”
“We kayaked from knoch Knolls down to Eaton, and it was a beautiful 2.”
Very beautiful views of the lake. Prepare to be exposed to the sun though, the path is open with little shading. Overall a great place to workout our just enjoy being in nature.
Went there today with the kids for scavenger hunt through the park district. It was super nice to be able to enjoy the walking path even with the deep snow on the ground. Everything was plowed really nicely and organized well. the kids had a blast and it was great to get out of the house for once.
Probably my favorite park in Plainfield! So many gorgeous wildflowers, dragonflies & birds. Great for a nature walk. The path is about a mile around, so it's a nice place to jog also. Bring sunscreen, there is nearly no shade. There is also a volleyball court, child's playground & bathrooms available.
Love this park. Love how easy it is to get too and how close it is to my residence. Easy path that's paved all the way around with a few short cuts and spots along the way to enjoy nature. I sometimes bring my dog here or shoot some photos. Will continue to come throughout the year.
Trail conditions & character
“We kayaked from knoch Knolls down to Eaton, and it was a beautiful 2.”
“There are two bathrooms (no sink, just toilet style porta potties) and a big parking lot.”
“There are two bathrooms (no sink, just toilet style porta potties) and a big parking lot.”
“Easy path that's paved all the way around with a few short cuts and spots along the way to enjoy nature.”
Plan your run at Eaton Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance1 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteplfdparks.org
- Phone+1 815-436-8812
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
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