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Possum Hollow Woods

4.4 ★★★★☆ 147 Google reviews · Running trail in La Grange Park, 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 Possum Hollow 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.

Dog-friendlyStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Forested nature preserver featuring a creek, picnic areas & shelters, trails & more.

What runners say about Possum Hollow Woods

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (147 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Nice and clean forest preserve 👍 perfect for a afternoon walk or bycicle Riding.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“Nice quiet place to relax and eat lunch.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

Nice and clean forest preserve 👍 perfect for a afternoon walk or bycicle Riding. Nice picnic area too.

★★★★★ — Jose , Jul 2021

Great ride in this great preserve that's close to the city... The path connects throughout the Chicagoland area neighboring townships and villages. This trail will take you all the way North as far as Schaumburg, and possibly further.

★★★★★ — Che , Sep 2021

Been walking and biking these trails for years now. I absolutely love it. Well maintained trails in dense woods. Peaceful with plenty of wildlife.

★★★★★ — Ryan , Sep 2018

Nice small. Has open areas. And sidewalks to nowhere. Interesting history. Great for walking dogs Quiet

★★★★★ — Kelly , Mar 2017

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“Nice quiet place to relax and eat lunch.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly

“Great for walking dogs Quiet”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 2 mentions

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🚻 Restrooms

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Plan your run at Possum Hollow Woods

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, 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.
  • Trail mapOfficial trail map
  • Websitefpdcc.com
  • Phone(800) 870-3666
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 8 AM–6 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–6 PM
Thursday 8 AM–6 PM
Friday 8 AM–6 PM
Saturday 8 AM–6 PM
Sunday 8 AM–6 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Possum Hollow Woods

La Grange Park, Illinois

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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.