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Izaak Walton Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Running trail in Prospect Heights, Illinois · Hours vary

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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Izaak Walton Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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 Izaak Walton Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (27 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Hidden gem! Small walking trail with perfect setting for bird watching and fishing! Love their letter box concept near the picnic shelter! Kudos to all the great art works displayed that have used upcycled materials!!

★★★★★ — Aiswarya , May 2025

It's my favorite park and little trail. I love the benches everywhere. Your right in the nature while being close to home. Lots of art that fits right in.

★★★★★ — Oleg , May 2025

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Plan your run at Izaak Walton Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late 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.
  • Websitephparks.org
  • Phone+1 847-255-5380
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Where to find Izaak Walton Park

201 N Elmhurst Rd, Prospect Heights, IL 60070

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.