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Settlers' Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 570 Google reviews · Running trail in Plainfield, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Settlers' 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.
Scenic park featuring open lawns, a playground, an amphitheater and a paved path around a pond.
What runners say about Settlers' Park
“Nice and clean, took pics of my son and his prom date here.”
“There are few places in Plainfield that are as beautiful, peaceful, and enjoyable as Settlers' Park.”
“There are few places in Plainfield that are as beautiful, peaceful, and enjoyable as Settlers' Park.”
Update: this is my second time here, I really enjoy this park, but I'd sure like to find the big dog owner who is not cleaning up after their dog. I find it really irresponsible of them considering how many people use this park. So be careful if your kids are running through the grassy areas.
There are few places in Plainfield that are as beautiful, peaceful, and enjoyable as Settlers' Park. Situated down the main strip of Downtown Plainfield, this park is one of the jewels of this village. Bring a camera to capture the sunsets that seem to be painted in watercolors or take photos of the marvelous gardens.
This is my dogs favorite place to go for walks in the morning and there are great historical facts along the path. My favorite piece in the park is the statue from PCHS which survived the tornado that devastated the town in 1990
Open paved walkway the whole way. Lots of people and dogs around. One loop had a children’s story to read as you walked. The other loop has history about the town and area which was interesting to learn. This park also does have a playground area.
Trail conditions & character
“There are few places in Plainfield that are as beautiful, peaceful, and enjoyable as Settlers' Park.”
“Paved paths with a bridge, statues, displays, and plenty of open space.”
“Update: this is my second time here, I really enjoy this park, but I'd sure like to find the big dog owner who is not cleaning up after their dog.”
“There are few places in Plainfield that are as beautiful, peaceful, and enjoyable as Settlers' Park.”
“One loop had a children’s story to read as you walked.”
“Bathrooms were clean and unlocked for use during day.”
Plan your run at Settlers' Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteplainfieldil.gov
- Phone(815) 436-7093
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–10 PM |
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