Please view the “Closures & Maintenance” tab at the bottom of this page for updates on any trail construction or congestion upcoming or currently in progress.

With funding aid from federal and state grants administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the Fox Valley Park District has developed a 48-mile, interconnected network of premier trails for biking, hiking and walking including:



  • Hours
  • Closures & Maintenance
  • Park Guidelines
  • Run/Walks & Special Events
    • Hours

    Trails, Neighborhood and Community Parks
    Hours are sunrise to one hour past sunset. For additional park information, call 630-897-0516.

    Closures & Maintenance

    Please note only upcoming or active maintenance or closures are listed below. If nothing is listed, that trail is fully open.

    • Necessary utility work shall continue along the Fox River Trail West but the trail is open. Please use caution when navigating the trail as some areas have been temporarily placed back as gravel patch. Walk your bike in these areas and be alert for changing trail conditions.  Permanent asphalt patches will be installed and turf restoration will be completed in the coming weeks. Thank you for your patience.
    • Trail crossing improvements shall cause the Virgil Gilman Trail to be closed at Montgomery Road between Jackson St. and S. Union St. for the next several weeks. Project is active through October. No alternate bike route is available.
    • Fox River Trail West and East north of State St. are due for planned maintenance and tree pruning the week of September 25, weather permitting.  The trail will be closed during this work and no detours are available.
    • Fox River Trail East between North Aurora Village Hall and the Red Oak property will be closed on Thursday, October 19 for tree trimming.
    Park Guidelines

    Animals

    All dogs must be restrained by a leash not longer than six feet.

    Fishing

    All persons fishing shall abide by all game laws of the state of Illinois and possess a valid Illinois Fishing License as required by law with proper game stamps.

    Hunting

    No hunting, mistreatment of animals or trapping is allowed anywhere within the Park System.

    Alcohol

    With the exception of Cool Acres facility (with proper application), no alcoholic beverages are allowed in the Park System.

    Motorized Vehicles

    Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the nature trails, off a paved roadway or parked on the grass.

    Boats

    No motorized boats, sailboards or jet skis allowed on any water under Park District control. No motorized model boats or airplanes.

    Rollerskating/Rollerblading

    No rollerskating or rollerblading on tennis courts. Skating is allowed at Hupp Skate Park, located at the corner of Illinois Avenue and Orchard Road.

    Fires

    Fires are allowed only in proper receptacles.

    Fox Valley Park District Rules & Regulations
    Fox Valley Park District Park Police & Public Safety

    Run/Walks & Special Events

    Fox Valley Park District provides outdoor venues ideal for a variety of special events. The Waubonsie Lake Trail and Gilman Trail serve as scenic routes for hosting 5K runs, walk-a-thons, bike races and more. Groups are welcome to reserve any of our parks for gatherings of all sizes.

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