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Laramie Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 318 Google reviews · Running trail in Skokie, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Laramie 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.
Park with tennis & volleyball courts, lit sports fields, shelters & a playground.
What runners say about Laramie Park
“My dog likes it here and they have a nice clean crapper (mensroom) for me to use.”
“I also really appreciate the park’s accessibility features, which make it welcoming for families of all abilities.”
This is easily one of the nicest parks in Skokie. I love that it is spacious and open while still feeling somewhat tucked away. The parking lot near the playground is convenient, which makes visits with a young child much easier.
My sisters house is right next to this park and her kids are always running towards the swings. I go with them sometimes to watch them do goofy stuff and it's fun. It's a very relaxing place to go for a walk or watch local teams play.
Park Amenities from the site: Athletic & Picnic Permits Issued Baseball Fields Basketball Courts Charcoal Pit Drinking Fountain Field Lights Parking Picnic Area Playground Portable Restrooms (October & November) Shelter with Restrooms Soccer Fields Tennis Courts Volleyball Courts Walking Path Map
Really beautiful park, seems pretty new. There's plenty of open grass space for football or soccer on either side and a trail. There's also caged in tennis courts and basketball courts.
Trail conditions & character
“The bathrooms are always locked so that’s a bummer when you have children who can’t hold as long as adults can.”
“My only beef is that dogs are not allowed but hey I don't visit my sister with my dogs so I'm OK with that.”
“Great park for all purposes, multiple picnic pavilions, good new playground, basketball, tennis, large fields, ample parking”
“The courts are all well lit at dusk so you can continue playing after dark!”
Plan your run at Laramie 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — 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.
- Websiteskokieparks.org
- Phone(847) 674-1500
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–10 PM |
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