Parks and Recreation
Hiking/Jogging/Walking/Nature Trails
Most WCPARC parks have trails providing places to hike, walk, jog and enjoy the beauty of nature. Because of the disturbance to nature classes and wildlife, recreational/exercise jogging is not allowed on paths labeled as Nature Trails.
County Farm Park (Britton Woods and Children's Meadow trails)
Fitness Trail length: 1.4 miles round trip
Independence Lake
Independence Lake offers a paved multiuse path as well as nature trails. The paved path passes through wooded areas, travels over marshes and follows the edge of the lake, making it a very scenic path well worth the walk. The paved path is approximately two miles in length and is great for jogging, walking, riding or rolling.
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More than three miles of trails take you through wetlands, woodlots and prairie areas with rare plant species. They offer great birding opportunities. A special place to visit on your hike is the observation tower. This tower overlooks a scenic wetland offering great views of wildlife. There is something for everyone who loves nature. |
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Meri Lou Murray Recreation Building length: 12 laps per mile
Jogging is offered at the Recreation Center on the 1/12th mile track. The track is closed from 1:30 - 2:00 p.m. Monday - Friday for cleaning. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when on the track.
North & South Park Lyndon
Osborne Mill
Parker Mill
- Paved multi-use trail (leads to Gallup Park) length: 1 mile one way
- Hoyt G. Post Trail
- Sugarbush Trail
NOTE: Jogging is prohibited on the Hoyt G. Post Trail (walking only).
Rolling Hills offers a variety of trails including:
• 1.8 miles of paved surface for walking, biking and rollerblading
• 3-mile soft surface hiking trail with two observation decks and rolling terrain
• 3/4-mile nature trail winding throughout tall trees
• 1/2-mile of the nature trail is fully accessible. In winter, the paved trail is cleared.
Rolling Hills Park Trails Photos
