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Naperville Trail System
Naperville is an easily navigable city with 70+ miles of trails (including connected trails and loop trails in individual parks) that can be enjoyed by walkers, runners, bicyclists, skateboarders, scooter riders and inline skaters. It's important to note that bikes, skateboards, scooters and other wheeled transportation vehicles are not allowed on the Riverwalk. Other trails within the parks system are available for riders to enjoy. Class 1 and Class 2 electric bikes are allowed on Park District trails. Use of electric skateboards and electric scooters is prohibited on any Park District trail or pathway. Additional information on the rules and regulations regarding trail use can be found within the Naperville Park District's Conduct Ordinance #641. To find additional information on local trails, use our "Parks & Facilities" search.
City of Naperville Ordinance
Please note that while the Park District has jurisdiction over the Riverwalk, trails within parks as well as trail connections, the City of Naperville (which is a separate governing body) oversees the broader use of mobility devices on streets across the community. The City ordinance and additional information regarding use can be found at www.naperville.il.us/ebikes.
Trail Use Best Practices
As a user, we encourage you to become familiar with the trails and proceed responsibly and with caution. Throughout the trail system, you may encounter uneven surfaces, ruts, cracks, winding turns, and obstacles, as well as other users traveling at varying speeds. There is inherent risk participating in outdoor recreation activities, especially when adverse weather and natural elements have the potential to change the conditions of the path and create a potential hazard. Some examples of what may unexpectedly arise are flooded trails, snow/ice, wet/slippery surface conditions, limited lightning, downed trees and other obstacles, wildlife encounters, etc. Users are welcome to use the trails at their own risk.
Planned and Emergency Trail Maintenance Notification
There are times when portions of a trail are closed temporarily for planned maintenance (e.g., patching, seal coating) or as a result of an emergency (e.g., a downed tree, flooding). The Park District communicates impacts to trail use in a manner that's as timely as possible. This could include using the District's webpage, social media or onsite signage.
Area Trails & Maps
Regional Water Trails Map & Info
Be Safe and Share the Trails!
Many residents use the community's trails for recreation, exercise and even commuting. With so many people using our trails in different ways, at different paces, and for different purposes, it's important for all trail users to be aware of one another, practice safe use, and share the trails!
Be alert for the following:
Fast trail users
Faster trail users approaching from behind will often say, “On your left.” This means that you should stay to your right. Offer a friendly response to the faster trail user to let them know that it's safe to pass by giving a verbal acknowledgement, stepping to the side of the trail, or waving them on.
Children
Children participating in Naperville Park District programs conducted within the vicinity of trails are instructed to step aside and greet faster trail users as they pass. Please demonstrate courtesy and use caution as you pass them.
Surprised trail users
Fast-moving trail users can startle others, especially when approaching from behind. Always ride under control, anticipate other users ahead and be communicative and friendly.
Important Trail Use Reminders
- Obey all posted trail signage, including stop signs
- Bicyclists, skateboarders, scooter riders and inline skaters yield to walkers and runners, and uphill traffic
- When traveling in a group, remember to stay single file or take up no more than half of the trail. Be sure everyone in the group understands what actions to take when encountering other trail users
- Don't tune out. If you wear headphones, keep the volume low or wear only one earpiece so you can maintain awareness of your surroundings
- Keep a short leash on your dog when passing (or being passed) other trail users. Remember that other trail users may be startled or frightened by dogs and unsure how to pass safely
Trails Etiquette for All
- Stay on the trails and respect trail and road closures
- Leave nature as you find it for others to enjoy
- Deposit litter in proper receptacles or take it with you
- Keep dogs leashed and on trails at all times and please pick up after them
- Ride and walk/run on the right-hand side; allow space on the left-hand side for others to pass
- When taking a break, move to the side of the trail
- Alert others when passing from behind, especially around corners or in blind spots
- Be prepared to stop or step aside to let other trail users safely pass
- When biking, skateboarding, riding a scooter or inline skating (while complying with all prohibitions and restrictions on powered devices), control your speed at all times. Be prepared to slow down or stop, and announce your presence when approaching other trail users
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