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Sagawau Canyon Nature Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 124 Google reviews · Running trail in Lemont, 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 Sagawau Canyon Nature 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.
Nature preserve offering trails, fossil programs, and sky walks, plus skiing in the winter.
What runners say about Sagawau Canyon Nature Preserve
“Beautiful grounds, lovely area to sit and watch hummingbirds.”
well managed nature preserve with a unique ecosystem. stairwell is currently not operational so tours are not being done of the canyon, but you can see it from the main path a little.
Although I was there on business and not pleasure, I found myself lost in the multitude of bird and plant species. They boast adventures in things such as bird watching, nature walks, and even skiing. They also host functions for children and encourage community volunteering for such events.
I slept on this place in Lemont for too long. Sagawau canyon preserve is so amazing. And all this end of summer beauty on my morning walk.Prairies, flowers, so many birds including hummingbirds. I saw a hawk circling overhead the prairie. Chipmunks, bees, squirrels. The educational center is full of interesting things.
Quarry, trails, saying, and fossils. Be ready for a lot of walking and the long nature trails. Fossils and sky walk programs. Ski rental. Very knowledgeable people. 2 areas close together.
Trail conditions & character
“Im goping to take a look at the waterfall on my next outting there.”
Plan your run at Sagawau Canyon Nature Preserve
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.
- Websitefpdcc.com
- Phone+1 630-257-2045
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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