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Engelmann Farm Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Running trail in O'Fallon, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 25 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Engelmann Farm 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 Engelmann Farm Park
“Safe, peaceful, open area, lots of dogs running without a leash.”
“The thing is I don't have a puppy dog myself but I love animals of all types and so I love walking here because the dogs recognize a kindred spirit and will come up for a pet.”
My sister has been telling me about Engelmann Park for years and we finally went this morning! This location did not disappoint. The views are unlike any other in the surrounding areas, offering a sweeping view of the Shiloh-Belleville (outskirts) area. The path we took measured 1.
Good off leash dog park with one mile loop. My dog loves to run free here . She's worn out after the fourth mile.
Great place to walk my dog. People having unleashed dogs there seems pretty common so keep that in mind
This is my regular walk park in the area. I love the little bit of challenge of the hills along the trail. The trail is a short about a mile loop but during that I'll get a little flat and hill action. Near the bottom section of trail after it has rained I'll see turtles and the like. It's a wildflower area.
Trail conditions & character
“Definitely enjoy walking and looking at the sun over the Shiloh Valley, dog friendly historical old farmhouse, and historical family cemetery.”
“The trail is a short about a mile loop but during that I'll get a little flat and hill action.”
“The views are unlike any other in the surrounding areas, offering a sweeping view of the Shiloh-Belleville (outskirts) area.”
“This is a great option—mile plus paved loop with grassy areas to occupy a bird dog.”
“Safe, peaceful, open area, lots of dogs running without a leash.”
“The trail is a short about a mile loop but during that I'll get a little flat and hill action.”
Plan your run at Engelmann Farm Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Loop distance25 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteheartlandsconservancy.org
- Phone(618) 277-6600
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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