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Orland Grassland
4.6 ★★★★★ 379 Google reviews · Running trail in Tinley Park, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Orland Grassland'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.
Prairie conservation area with a bike trail & walking paths, plus birdwatching opportunities.
What runners say about Orland Grassland
“Orland Grassland is a beautiful forest preserve featuring a 5 mile paved loop trail and some grassy trails.”
“The 5 mi loop is a great exercise - you can jog, bike, or simply walk.”
“We took the bird watching route and there was plenty of animal excrement and not enough tree shade.”
“there are living so many animals and it is really not crowded.”
Absolutely beautiful! First time visiting. I did a 5 mile loop, but there are some connecting paths throughout the loop. Lots of gorgeous animals and scenery.
5 mile paved trail, which is great for hiking, biking, or running. Birds are all over the area, and it seems to be a breezy area. There isn't any shade, so if it's a hot and sunny day take the necessary precautions. I hiked it and two miles in, I was feeling the sun.
The scenery is beautiful. If you take the grassy path please wear bug spray, and be wary of ticks. We enjoyed our walk till reaching a hill near a pound, and then found ticks all over us. Definitely recommend taking the main paved path.
You can walk or run for 5 miles. Good place to go with family for a picnic. Pictures are amazing at sunset.
Trail conditions & character
“Orland Grassland is a beautiful forest preserve featuring a 5 mile paved loop trail and some grassy trails.”
“Orland Grassland is a beautiful forest preserve featuring a 5 mile paved loop trail and some grassy trails.”
“Orland Grassland is a beautiful forest preserve featuring a 5 mile paved loop trail and some grassy trails.”
“Orland Grassland is a beautiful forest preserve featuring a 5 mile paved loop trail and some grassy trails.”
“We took the bird watching route and there was plenty of animal excrement and not enough tree shade.”
“Very challenging for beginners like me but worth the challenge if you want to push yourself to the next level from flat boring bike paths.”
“There was a also a ton of dog poop on the trail, so watch your step!”
“there are living so many animals and it is really not crowded.”
“The Grassland has two main parking areas — one for the north unit and one for the south unit — both accessible from LaGrange Road (96th Ave.”
“The Grassland has two main parking areas — one for the north unit and one for the south unit — both accessible from LaGrange Road (96th Ave.”
Plan your run at Orland Grassland
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Loop distance5 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- 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.
- Websitefpdcc.com
- Phone(708) 220-9596
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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