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Fabyan Windmill
4.8 ★★★★★ 201 Google reviews · Running trail in Batavia, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Fabyan Windmill'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.
Relaxed attraction with a restored windmill and a Japanese garden, plus river and forest views.
What runners say about Fabyan Windmill
“Fabyan Windmill Park – Batavia, Illinois Fabyan Windmill Park in Batavia is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature.”
“Fabyan Windmill Park – Batavia, Illinois Fabyan Windmill Park in Batavia is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature.”
A well-preserved historical windmill from the early 18th century. Plenty of parking and a connection to the Fox River Trail.
I visited Fabyan windmill with my plein air art group. Artists from the Dupage Art league gathered and all painted, drew, sketched the beautiful surroundings. There is a beautiful windmill on the grounds, a Japanese garden, a river with a bridge, There was a local group of bicycleists biking through the trails at the…
My 2 year old loves this thing! We've never gone inside it, but the area is beautiful just by the river. Bike paths that go along the river, one that goes over to the Japanese Gardens, it really is a beautiful area. Lots of geese, though, if that's not your thing
Cool little pavilion rest stop off of the Fox River trail. Bathrooms were not ideal. Reminded me of a porta potty.
Trail conditions & character
“Fabyan Windmill Park – Batavia, Illinois Fabyan Windmill Park in Batavia is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature.”
“Seems like pet friendly and for kids they have good space to play around.”
“Fabyan Windmill Park – Batavia, Illinois Fabyan Windmill Park in Batavia is a beautiful and peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature.”
“There isn't any charge there is plenty of parking and very clean bathrooms.”
Plan your run at Fabyan Windmill
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitekaneforest.com
- Phone+1 630-232-5980
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 1–4 pm |
| Sunday | 1–4 pm |
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