The best running trails around Evanston

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Running around Evanston 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 Evanston—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.

Dempster to Elmwood Dunes Preserve loop via Sheridan Road — Evanston	Intermediate 01:20 13.0km
Grosse Point Lighthouse to Loyola Beach via North Sheridan Road — Evanston	Expert 01:52 18.0km
Evanston Dog Beach – Lakefill Point loop from Main	Intermediate 00:58 9.44km
Evanston Dog Beach – Lakefill Point loop from Central	Intermediate 01:20 13.0km

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Dempster to Elmwood Dunes Preserve loop via Sheridan Road — Evanston
01:20
13.0km
6:10/km
30m
30m
Intermediate
4.0
(1)
39
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
Grosse Point Lighthouse to Loyola Beach via North Sheridan Road — Evanston
01:52
18.0km
6:12/km
30m
30m
Expert
33
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
Evanston Dog Beach – Lakefill Point loop from Main
00:58
9.44km
6:11/km
30m
30m
Intermediate
5.0
(1)
89
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
Evanston Dog Beach – Lakefill Point loop from Central
01:20
13.0km
6:11/km
40m
40m
Intermediate
4.0
(2)
85
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.