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Patriots Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 696 Google reviews · Running trail in Downers Grove, Illinois · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Patriots Park'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.
Unassuming spot with nature trails, a pond for non-motorized boats & kids' play areas.
What runners say about Patriots Park
“Everyone was very friendly there and the park is nice and clean.”
“Beautiful park to picnic, fish, and walk and to enjoy nature.”
“A quiet and nice park off 55th street in Downers Grove, this park has a huge pond with many wildlife including geese, mallards and ducks.”
“Lovely for all ages -- park, pond & playground -- except for 2 challenges.”
A bit too much rain for the faux coyotes at Patriot Park. When less water it is a very pretty park to walk around the pond. There are lots of benches on the south side of park, but none that I know of on the north side. 55th St can sounds a bit busy but we usually walk the path nearest the water.
Beautiful park to picnic, fish, and walk and to enjoy nature. Everyone was very friendly there and the park is nice and clean. There are a lot of ducks also There’s a playground for the kids also We caught like 6 fish while we were there
Found this place while visiting Downers Grove, is a small park but a beautiful place to just sit and relax or go for a walk around pond and through the woods, is also a nice place to bring your dogs or even fishing
Terrific little park with nature trails, fishing pond, and playgrounds for young children.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park to picnic, fish, and walk and to enjoy nature.”
“It would be nice to post a large sign at entrance to parking lots notifying the wooden bridge is non-passable.”
“A quiet and nice park off 55th street in Downers Grove, this park has a huge pond with many wildlife including geese, mallards and ducks.”
“5 miles) — easy, paved, good for quick walks or jogging.”
“Not sure whether people who use wheelchairs, walkers or strollers are ok with small bridge.”
Plan your run at Patriots Park
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
- 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, water — 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.
- Websitedgparks.org
- Phone+1 630-963-1300
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–9 pm |
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