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Raven Glen West Forest Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Running trail in Antioch, Illinois · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Raven Glen West Forest Preserve yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Hiking area with a trail that's good for kids, plus a public restroom.
What runners say about Raven Glen West Forest Preserve
“I actually prefer Raven Glen West over Raven Glen East due to the diverse trail system and more scenic views.”
“Beautiful quiet and offers either a 2.”
Walk the trail often with friends. My only complaint is all the thoughtless lazy people who don't pick up after their dogs! Always have to look down! Maybe some reminders could be posted along the trail??
Really nice out and back trail that amounts to a little over 4 miles. I actually prefer Raven Glen West over Raven Glen East due to the diverse trail system and more scenic views.
Nice place for a run. Only problem is it's not a loop it's 2.1 miles one direction, and then you have to turn around. Also, there is a street to cross.
Took a bike ride with my 7yo, we had a great time! A very family friendly biking, or hiking, trail. Well kept and very simple access.
Trail conditions & character
“I actually prefer Raven Glen West over Raven Glen East due to the diverse trail system and more scenic views.”
Plan your run at Raven Glen West Forest Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
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