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Jerome Huppert Woods
4.6 ★★★★★ 392 Google reviews · Running trail in River Grove, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Jerome Huppert Woods' 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.
Forested open space along the Des Plaines River, with hiking, wildlife sightings & a picnic shelter.
What runners say about Jerome Huppert Woods
“Beautiful forest preserve right in our own backyard.”
On a nature walk through the forest preserve near my home I spotted a chibi creature. Seemed harmless enough.
A really good place to get back in touch with nature. The trails are amazing especially by the river.
Very calming and fun place to visit with family or friends when you wanna go on a picnic or just a little walking around. Very beautiful 😌👍
Awesome place to visit. Great scenes. A bit rough around the edges. Definitely an urban hike good for city slickers.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful forest preserve right in our own backyard.”
Plan your run at Jerome Huppert Woods
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
- 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
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
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