In-Line Skating

The Forest Preserve's paved trails are ideal for in-line skating, and many preserves offer these trails for enthusiasts of this popular activity.

In-line Skating Regulations

While in-line skating, please be aware of other trail users, and exercise proper judgment for the safety of everyone.

Travel at safe speeds, and proceed at a slower pace when the trails are in heavy use. Slower traffic should stay to the right of the trail. Faster traffic should pass on the left, politely warning others of their approach from behind.

Do not block the trail. Use no more than half of the trail width when in a group, and be sure to watch and listen for other trail users.

Power-driven mobility devices are allowed on Forest Preserve trails for qualified individuals, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. These devices include wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and electronic assistive mobility devices (EPAMDs). Specifically excluded are riding lawn mowers, golf carts, and gasoline-powered devices. The District offers a special use permit (free of charge) to qualified individuals who request to use a power-driven mobility device in the preserves. View more information about accessibility or request accommodations on-line.

Dogs are welcome on most trails, but they must be on leashes that are no greater than 10 feet in length. Dogs should be kept to their owner’s right and should remain at the owner’s immediate side. Cleaning up dog waste is required by the Forest Preserve's General Use Ordinance No. 124. By state law, dogs are not allowed in any designated State Nature Preserve.

For more information on Forest Preserve regulations, download the District's General Use Ordinance No. 124 or call 815.727.8700.

In-line Skating Trail Locations

The Forest Preserve's regional trails offering in-line skating opportunities include:

• Centennial Trail (Romeoville, North of 135th Street)
• DuPage River Trail (Naperville/Shorewood)
• Hickory Creek Bikeway (New Lenox/Mokena)
• Joliet Junction Trail (Joliet)
• Lake Renwick Bikeway (Plainfield)
• Old Plank Road Trail (Park Forest/Frankfort/Mokena/New Lenox/Joliet)
• Rock Run Greenway Trail (Joliet)
• Wauponsee Glacial Trail (Joliet, North of Laraway Road)

Many preserves also offer trails for shorter trips. View the list below for all Forest Preserve locations that provide in-line skating opportunities, and click the name of a preserve or trail for more information.

Photograph Courtesy of Glenn P. Knoblock