Aurora, Illinois
Looking for the best running in Aurora? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Aurora. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Running Spots in and near Aurora
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Deerfield, Illinois
Hike the Prairie Wolf Slough Loop
3.01.01 mi / 9 ft gainPark in the lot off of half day road (see map) to access the trail. Accessible year round, great for all skill levels, and dog-friendly.Read more -
Ringwood, Illinois
Hike the Glacial Park Loop Trail
2.3 mi / 216 ft gainGlacial Park is located in McHenry County Conservation District, near Richmond, Illinois. The park features prairies, a flowing river, and over 40 endangered plant and animal species. The park is open for hikers, horseback riders, fishers, and those wishing to canoe. Glacial Park is part of the H...Read more -
Oglesby, Illinois
Hike to Starved Rock's La Salle Canyon
4.34.4 mi / 370 ft gainThis out-and-back trail is one of the parks longest trails. Starting from the visitors center it is 2.2 mile hike one way and 4.4 miles if you go out and back. The trail is very much worth the long trek. You enjoy the views and fresh air of the Illinois river. You will also walk past the Illinois...Read more -
Oglesby, Illinois
Hike Starved Rock's French Canyon
4.50.4 miStarting from the visitors center or the parks restaurant, depending on where you parked. If you were forced to park by the restaurant because of a busy day, you will start the trail head with a map of the park. You will follow the tallest stairs of the park down to the visitors center where the ...Read more -
Oglesby, Illinois
Hike Ottawa Canyon at Starved Rock State Park
5.03.9 miThis canyon is not as popular as some of the others in this park but it is my favorite by far. You can either hike the full 3.9 miles from the visitor center or you can jump in your car and head over to one of the parking lots on the east side for a shorter hike. Either way you will not be disap...Read more -
Lake Villa, Illinois
Hike Hastings Lake LCFP
5.02.37 mi / 88 ft gainPark in the lot off of Butler Lane (see map) to access the trail. This trail is open year round, is dog-friendly, and offers a variety of activities. In the winter, bring your snow gear!Read more