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William G. Stratton State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 553 Google reviews · Running trail in Morris, Illinois · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from William G. Stratton State 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.
Public park with a boat launch and picnic areas, plus peaceful views of the lake.
What runners say about William G. Stratton State Park
“The restrooms are typically pretty clean too.”
“Beautiful river out here with plenty of parking and picnic space.”
William G. Stratton State Park has excellent views of the Illinois River, fishing, boat ramp access, and access to the I&M Canal Trail. There's truly something for everyone here. It's a very well operated state park with ample parking, restroom facilities, benches overlooking the river, and grills.
Nice park with boat ramp right next to the river and I&M canal.has hiking paths and picnic tables.
Beautiful beautiful Park I took my babies there for a beautiful walk had a wonderful time there just wish there were more benches to sit down at other than that it was a beautiful day and it was so nice out a couple people had their pontoon boats out on the river made me a little jealous.....
Amazing! 1st time ever visiting and had a great experience fishing, camping, grilling and watching boats cruise by. A employee walking around cleaning up speaking kindly to guest, cleaning bathrooms very professional and welcoming look forward to going again must check out!!
Trail conditions & character
“Stratton State Park has excellent views of the Illinois River, fishing, boat ramp access, and access to the I&M Canal Trail.”
“A employee walking around cleaning up speaking kindly to guest, cleaning bathrooms very professional and welcoming look forward to going again must check out!”
“It's a very well operated state park with ample parking, restroom facilities, benches overlooking the river, and grills.”
“This park is super good to take your dog on a leash .”
Plan your run at William G. Stratton State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Websitednr.illinois.gov
- Phone(815) 942-0796
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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