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Edward R Madigan State Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 49 Google reviews · Running trail in Lincoln, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Edward R Madigan State 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.
What runners say about Edward R Madigan State Park
This is one of our favorite parks to cruise through and just enjoy nature. Sometimes we come out and hike the trails, which is also a blast. We love coming in the evening and seeing all the deer and wildlife moving about!!
One of my favorite places to be along the Salt Creek. Friendly staff and hardworking individuals make this place what it is today. Historic Rankin School house as you enter the gates and tons of wildlife and trails to explore. In addition to the state champion sycamore tree located here!
Great for wildlife viewing, hiking, fishing, picnicking, playground, covered pavilions, Trails are amazing!
Biggest secret in Lincoln. Drive through, have a picnic, do some fishing, or take a great hike.
Trail conditions & character
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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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitednr.illinois.gov
- Phone(217) 732-1552
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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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