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Somme Prairie Grove
4.5 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · Running trail in Northbrook, 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 Somme Prairie Grove'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.
Forest & savanna ecological management area, linked by a trail, with picnic tables & shelters.
What runners say about Somme Prairie Grove
“Beautiful wildflowers hidden in a prairie paradise”
Map pin is wrong. Park in the lot east of Waukegan, then cross the street (awkward). The trail head is just behind the red sign for Somme prairie grove. Trails end east of the train tracks
Surprisingly large grouping of trails and some old trees. Trails are narrow and burrs can be abundant. Lots of volunteers are working on eradicating the invasive species. It can be really wet after any measurable reason event. Rarely crowded.. Never crowded actually. I see deer on most every visit.
Trail conditions & character
Plan your run at Somme Prairie Grove
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+1 800-870-3666
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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