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Lake Arlington
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,647 Google reviews · Running trail in Arlington Heights, Illinois · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Lake Arlington'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.
Public park offering a lake for fishing and boating, plus a playground and picnic area.
What runners say about Lake Arlington
“One of the most beautiful lakes in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, where local community can getogether and engage in a whole lot of activities.”
“It’s a peaceful well-maintained park with a 2 mile loop around the lake.”
“Fantastic new playground with something for all ages.”
Beautiful suburban park with walk and bike paths that go around the lake, boathouse in the summer and renovated playground for the kids. It states on Google maps that it closes at 7, but you can walk on the path after sunset in the summer.
Nice park with a lake. Playground available. Walking trail around lake. Ample amount of parking. Washrooms available.
One of the most beautiful lakes in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, where local community can getogether and engage in a whole lot of activities. This year, the play area and lot pf features around the lake has been renovated, and this place is the pride of our entire community.
Calm, serene and beautiful. Good for family with playground, fitness area, sensory garden. You can spot a variety of birds if you love bird watching and do fishing as well. It also has a 2 mile walk and cycling path around the lake.
Trail conditions & character
“One of the most beautiful lakes in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, where local community can getogether and engage in a whole lot of activities.”
“They have a small beach area, a shop by the clubhouse, restrooms and play area and exercise area.”
“There's ample space to park your car in an open parking lot.”
“It’s a peaceful well-maintained park with a 2 mile loop around the lake.”
“No dogs allowed seems harsh, but I see rabbits and smaller birds regularly.”
Plan your run at Lake Arlington
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- Distance2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- 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.
- Websiteahpd.org
- Phone(847) 577-3054
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