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Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 264 Google reviews · Running trail in Oak Brook, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Fullersburg Woods Forest 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.
Wooded preserve (7-mile path) featuring a scenic waterfall, hiking trails and a nature museum.
What runners say about Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve
“Clean, heated restrooms are another plus and picnic tables overlooking the creek.”
“Beautiful and peaceful place to walk and enjoy the sounds of nature.”
“Easy walking, crushed gravel paths so jogging stroller or wagon friendly.”
Nice, hard packed trails along a stream and through a woods. Easy to follow and mostly shaded. Fairly busy on a July 6 holiday weekend Saturday morning but not overly so. Very tame deer along the edge of path and a nice variety of birds (Herons, Red Headed Woodpeckers, etc).
How beautiful is this place! Beautiful walking paths wind through area which follows the river. Beautifully respectful to the wildlife & nature. Many signs in the area in different areas which I found very helpful and informational.
This is an outstanding place to get a good walk, jog, or bike in. 7 miles of trailer, mostly in Woods alon Salt Creek. Go now before the dam is torn down and the creek dries up. Scheduled for a Winter Sierra Club project
The perfect place to spend time in nature. There are always lots of people walking their dogs or spending time with their family or friends. A well maintained and friendly place to be outdoors.
Trail conditions & character
“Even after they took away the absolute best part of this place, which is the waterfall, the place is still a comfortable spot for a nice walk.”
“There are always lots of people walking their dogs or spending time with their family or friends.”
“Easy walking, crushed gravel paths so jogging stroller or wagon friendly.”
Plan your run at Fullersburg Woods Forest 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
- 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, water — 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
- Websitedupageforest.org
- Phone(630) 850-8110
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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