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Lions Den Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 60 Google reviews · Running trail in New Lenox, Illinois · Hours vary

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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Lions Den Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.

What runners say about Lions Den Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (60 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“Everything is well kept, and it’s a great place for families to spend some time outside.”

Lions den park of New Lenox is A very well-kept park with lots to offer. Large Playground area, sand volleyball pits, baseball fields, large grassy area to throw a ball around and there’s even a brand new grill for some bbq’n! It’s also right next to the Old Plank Trail, a beautiful tree lined bike/walking path.

★★★★★ — The , Jul 2021

This is a very nice park located right off the Old Plank Trail. It’s a great spot to stop if you’re out walking or biking. The park has a baseball field and a really nice playground that’s perfect for younger kids. They also have a grill available, which makes it a great place for small cookouts or family gatherings.

★★★★★ — Matt , Mar 2026

This is not the your favorite trucker's Lions Den. There are no "couples accessories" here, just a park. I mean it's a nice park...I'm sure a trucker would like to get some exercise walking or running around, maybe playing a game of catch with another friendly trucker or a pickup game of basketball with some local…

★★★★★ — Redpac , Apr 2021

Nice park with walking trails nearby. Seems to have a very friendly atmosphere!

★★★★☆ — Christopher , Aug 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 60 reviews →

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The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late 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.
  • Websitenewlenoxparks.org
  • Phone+1 815-485-1737
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Where to find Lions Den Park

520 S Cedar Rd, New Lenox, IL 60451

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.