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Evans Field
4.6 ★★★★★ 142 Google reviews · Running trail in River Forest, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Evans Field'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.
Wooded preserve featuring wide trails, picnic areas and encounters with birds, deer and other wildlife.
What runners say about Evans Field
“Evans Park is a great spot for a peaceful walk or some quiet time outdoors.”
“The trails are well-marked and suitable for all ages, making it a family-friendly spot.”
Great walking trail that goes along the river m. Some bikes, some dogs and not too busy. I have seen deer here ever time I have visited.
I love coming here, never seen it really crowded. Awesome place for a quick hike with the dogs or alone. Lots of space for picnics and peaceful trails. Can be muddy in early spring and after heavy rain, although it's lovely to visit any time of year.
Great place but ever since they fixed the road that runs along the forest preserve (Thatcher Road), people speed and run over the animals, because there are no signs posted and people don't care. Wish we could do something and hope tje right eyes see it
A Tranquil Escape in Evan’s Field - A Gem Among Elmwood Park’s Forest Preserves I recently had the pleasure of visiting Evan’s Field, a serene and beautifully maintained forest preserve located at the western edge of Elmwood Park.
Trail conditions & character
“Evans Park is a great spot for a peaceful walk or some quiet time outdoors.”
“There are a couple of side "alleys" where you can picnic without really seeing the shelter or the parking (which is pretty ample.”
“Awesome place for a quick hike with the dogs or alone.”
“Can be muddy in early spring and after heavy rain, although it's lovely to visit any time of year.”
Plan your run at Evans Field
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitefpdcc.com
- Phone(800) 870-3666
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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