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Linne Woods
4.7 ★★★★★ 521 Google reviews · Running trail in Morton Grove, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Linne 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.
Scenic nature preserve offering wooded jogging, biking & equestrian trails, plus picnic areas.
What runners say about Linne Woods
“It's well-maintained, has plenty of parking, and has a nice variety of activities/settings.”
“I'm happy bicyclist have a beautiful place to ride that also gives walkers and kids a safer option though it's not really stroller or scooter friendly being unpaved.”
“Nice and quiet always full of people never have had a bad experience there”
Make sure to bring hiking boots! It’s always pretty muddy! Something I love about Linne Woods is that the deer are friendly, they actually walk towards you, it’s so cool to see them up close and excellent for photographers.
Picturesque park and trails nestled in Morton Grove, and not too far from the highway. Lots of open grassy areas to play, with both paved and unpacked trails winding through the forest and open prairie. You'll see lots of walkers, hikers, bikers, fishers and even some horseback riders.
I love walking at Linne Woods. Very pleasant trail and you never know if you might encounter a deer or a horse or some other cool creature. Very peaceful place
Linne Woods is a beautiful place to enjoy the outdoors! It's well-maintained, has plenty of parking, and has a nice variety of activities/settings. There's a picnic area, paved and unpaved trails, forest and prarie, the river-it's got it all!
Trail conditions & character
“A good blend of trails here: some paved, some thin foot-paths through the woods with a number a small, intersecting loops.”
“I'm happy bicyclist have a beautiful place to ride that also gives walkers and kids a safer option though it's not really stroller or scooter friendly being unpaved.”
“Went with my dogs on a rather gray and cold day, but they loved it.”
“Nice and quiet always full of people never have had a bad experience there”
“Linne Woods has plenty of parking, both paved and dirt trails as well as plenty of open space, picnic areas and restrooms.”
“The paved trail is mostly flat, but the unpaved trails undulate, with a mix of packed dirt, gravel and packed grass.”
“Fairly easily navigable, although it can get muddy in spots.”
“Linne Woods has plenty of parking, both paved and dirt trails as well as plenty of open space, picnic areas and restrooms.”
“I'm happy bicyclist have a beautiful place to ride that also gives walkers and kids a safer option though it's not really stroller or scooter friendly being unpaved.”
Plan your run at Linne Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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+1 800-870-3666
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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