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Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 206 Google reviews · Running trail in Elgin, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve'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.
Expansive forest park with 55-acres of open green space, including a pro-level disc-golf course.
What runners say about Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve
“A beautiful park for people playing Frisbee golf.”
“The "holes" are clearly marked, a small lake for fishing, and the adjacent building for a birthday party.”
Very nice new 18 hole disc golf course, and walking trails Well maintained. Name says it all - unique topography for the area. Some nice vistas. Can get a bit soggy, even on the hillsides surprisingly.
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful park for people playing Frisbee golf.”
“Two thoughtfully spaced porta potties complete the park's amenities.”
Plan your run at Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitefpdcc.com
- Phone(800) 870-3666
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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