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Mary Mix McDonald Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Running trail in Glencoe, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Mary Mix McDonald 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.
What runners say about Mary Mix McDonald Woods
“Nice wooded and forest area, next to the Chicago botanic garden, it’s a nice and peaceful place for a walk, run, and biking”
Chill woods. Lots of wildlife. Birds. Deer. And if you want a beer after your trek, Ravinia Brewing is north a mile on St. John's.
Nice wooded and forest area, next to the Chicago botanic garden, it’s a nice and peaceful place for a walk, run, and biking
Trail conditions & character
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The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 — 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
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