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Lakeland Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 240 Google reviews · Running trail in Canton, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lakeland Park'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.
Tranquil park featuring playground equipment, picnic areas, walking trails, and bike paths.
What runners say about Lakeland Park
“The place is clean, easy to access, has plenty of facilities, and there are tons of fun activities to do.”
“We had a beautiful afternoon, sitting under some shade trees with a cool, delicious breeze coming off the lake.”
“This is a very pretty and serene park.”
Canton has such beautiful parks. We love coming to Lakeland to kayak, bike, feed the fish off of the bridge, or to just walk along the trail. Very beautiful!!
There are multiple lakes to fish and with walking paths all around them . There is a pavilion with bathrooms and picnics as well
A wonderful example of a well done reclamation project. When the city of Canton took over this property it was the remnants of an old coal mining site. It has since been converted into a very popular (and even more enjoyable) city park.
Large park which can accommodate a wide range of activities. If you're into running, walking, hiking. or cycling, there are paved hiking and biking trails. For the fisherman there are numerous large lakes stocked with fish from which to choose. For the kids there are sections of playground equipment.
Trail conditions & character
“Fishing is a popular attraction here, but more people (in my estimation) are just coming out for the views and/or a relaxing walk among the lakes.”
Plan your run at Lakeland Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- Websitecantonpark.org
- Phone+1 309-647-1345
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–7 pm |
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