The best running trails around Rockford

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Running around Rockford is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Rockford—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Pierce Lake loop from Harlem	Intermediate 00:49 6.89km
Rock Cut State Park – Willow Creek Natural Area loop from Harlem	Expert 02:11 17.9km
Espenscheid Forest Preserve loop from Cherry Valley	Intermediate 01:01 8.50km
Running loop from Cherry Valley	Easy 00:36 4.99km

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Pierce Lake loop from Harlem
00:49
6.89km
7:03/km
30m
30m
Intermediate
12
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rock Cut State Park – Willow Creek Natural Area loop from Harlem
02:11
17.9km
7:18/km
170m
170m
Expert
5.0
(1)
12
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Espenscheid Forest Preserve loop from Cherry Valley
01:01
8.50km
7:11/km
30m
30m
Intermediate
8
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Cherry Valley
00:36
4.99km
7:09/km
30m
30m
Easy
5
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.