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Oldfield Oaks
4.7 ★★★★★ 134 Google reviews · Running trail in Darien, Illinois · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Oldfield Oaks' 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.
Wooded spot featuring hiking trails, a dog park and deer sightings.
What runners say about Oldfield Oaks
“We brought two toddlers and a stroller; the trails are well maintained and the trail was a great distance for two toddlers to walk the whole way.”
“While there is some sun exposure in the prairie, most of the hike is in the shade of gorgeous tall trees.”
“Usually not crowded, and a plus for dog owners is that the path is starting just next to the entrance to the off-leash area.”
““Nice and easy trail with scenic views.”
“Nice and easy trail with scenic views. The loop took us about 25 minutes to complete. I would definitely recommend this trail for anyone looking to go on a walk or run. There are no bikes allowed either.” -Chloe
Such a beautiful place! The loop is close two miles. My dog got some good sniffs of the trail including spotting some deer. Definitely a place to visit again.
Beautiful stand of old oaks and prairie. Wide gravel paths, around 2.5 miles of trails. Popular spot for jogging, with some decent elevation for the area. Huge diversity of oaks and other plant species, even though it is not a huge preserve there are woodlands as well as open prairie.
Quiet, great paths. Plenty of wildlife and plants...a favorite, easy walk.
Trail conditions & character
“Usually not crowded, and a plus for dog owners is that the path is starting just next to the entrance to the off-leash area.”
“Really like taking the wife and our 4 year old here because we dont have to worry about bikes like we do at Waterfall Glen.”
“Still a lot of variety, with woodland, some open prairie, a few creeks and ponds, rolling hills, and a winding path through it all.”
“Usually not crowded, and a plus for dog owners is that the path is starting just next to the entrance to the off-leash area.”
“Preserve with ample wildlife sightings, multiple path/loop options, and a dog park.”
“Wonderfully tucked away wooded area with walking paths, bridge overlooking a swamp, hidden pond, and a prairie.”
“Elevation changes, woods-to-meadows, easy parking, adjacent to a great dog park.”
Plan your run at Oldfield Oaks
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance2 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitedupageforest.org
- Phone+1 630-968-6400
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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