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Lake Renwick Preserve - Turtle Lake Access
4.6 ★★★★★ 440 Google reviews · Running trail in Plainfield, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lake Renwick Preserve - Turtle Lake Access' 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.
Scenic forest preserve featuring walking trails, fishing and serene lakes.
What runners say about Lake Renwick Preserve - Turtle Lake Access
“It offers well maintained trails for easy running, a great fishing area , and beautiful birdwatching opportunities, especially during the off breeding season.”
“Lake Renwick Preserve is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for running, fishing, and enjoying nature.”
“Lake Renwick Preserve is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for running, fishing, and enjoying nature.”
“Lake Renwick Preserve is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for running, fishing, and enjoying nature.”
Beautiful place for a hike! You can Def see that they keep up with this place!!! It's a perfect place for a nice family time!!
Lake Renwick Preserve is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for running, fishing, and enjoying nature. It offers well maintained trails for easy running, a great fishing area , and beautiful birdwatching opportunities, especially during the off breeding season. A great place to get active and unwind outdoors!
Lots of lakes in this lake preserve. Fishing permitted year round from the shoreline. Nice biking and running track. Decent parking spaces. A few shaded picnic areas and a few benches to sit on. Open sunrise to sunset.
Tranquil, beautiful, a true naturalist dream. Whether going for a hike, fishing, or just bird watching... Everyone can find something to do. Bring your camera, your sketch pad, or your picnic lunch.
Trail conditions & character
“Lake Renwick Preserve is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for running, fishing, and enjoying nature.”
“The trails are paved which is nice on rainy days so you don't get covered in mud!”
“Lake Renwick Preserve is a peaceful and scenic spot perfect for running, fishing, and enjoying nature.”
“I took my nephew and dog they did not want to leave.”
“I'm glad I found this place because it is really nice and clean with gazebos and restrooms.”
Plan your run at Lake Renwick Preserve - Turtle Lake Access
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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitereconnectwithnature.org
- Phone(815) 722-9470
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–6 PM |
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