TREC Trail - Effingham

TREC Trail - Effingham The TREC trail system is a public trail designed to create recreational opportunities.

The trails provide a great place for the community & visitors to exercise—whether it's riding bikes, walking or running.🌿
The TREC Trail is open sunrise to sunset.🌅

A huge thank you goes out to Eco-Trim217 for their continued generosity and willingness to support our community! 🌿✨🌳In ...
08/26/2026

A huge thank you goes out to Eco-Trim217 for their continued generosity and willingness to support our community! 🌿✨🌳

In the early morning hours of July 27, a powerful storm brought down a large tree, blocking the trail entrance from the Outer Belt West parking lot. While driving by around 6 a.m., Ben Goeckner of Eco-Trim 217 noticed the tree and reached out to us... then immediately volunteered his team to help clear it. 🙌

True to their "get it done" spirit, the crew quickly cut up the tree and removed the large sections blocking the trail, helping reopen one of our most-used entrances. A City of Effingham crew followed up the next morning to complete the cleanup, and we're so thankful to both teams for jumping in so quickly after the storm!

We’ve had plenty of reasons to thank Eco-Trim 217 before, and they continue to go above and beyond to support our community when it matters most. Thank you, Ben and the entire Eco-Trim 217 team, for always being willing to lend a hand when it's needed most - we truly appreciate you! 💚

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Fall is sneaking back into our thoughts already... 🍂This shot of the creek trees changing colors has us counting down th...
08/24/2026

Fall is sneaking back into our thoughts already... 🍂

This shot of the creek trees changing colors has us counting down the days until the TREC Trail is dressed in gold and rust again. September, we're ready when you are. 🍁✨

What is your favorite fall color? Let us know in the comments! 👇

📸: Alex Hoedebecke Photography

A big thank you goes out to Estrada’s Lawn Care Services! 🌿✨We want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on a friend of...
07/31/2026

A big thank you goes out to Estrada’s Lawn Care Services! 🌿✨

We want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on a friend of the TREC Trail - Estrada's Lawn Care Services! 🙌

For much of the TREC Nature Park and Nature Park Trail, Estrada's has helped keep our grounds beautifully mowed and trimmed, at a rate that was more than generous. 💚

It's community partners like this that make the TREC Trail a place we're proud to share. Head on out to the trail today to enjoy their amazing handiwork! 🌿

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A little dopamine boost for your Tuesday: dogs on the TREC Trail! 🌿🐾Noses to the wind, ears flopping with every step, ta...
07/21/2026

A little dopamine boost for your Tuesday: dogs on the TREC Trail! 🌿🐾

Noses to the wind, ears flopping with every step, tails wagging the whole way - proof that a good trail makes everyone happier - two legs or four.

Send your pup's trail moments to us - we'd love to feature them on our stories! ✨

📸: Alex Hoedebecke Photography & Astrid Johana Photography

A little push, a big laugh, and one very happy kiddo. ✨Moments like these are what the Nature Park on the TREC Trail is ...
07/14/2026

A little push, a big laugh, and one very happy kiddo. ✨

Moments like these are what the Nature Park on the TREC Trail is all about - a peaceful spot for families to slow down and enjoy some time together outdoors.

📸: Alex Hoedebecke Photography

Let the good times roll. 🛴✨These two are proof that all you need is some fresh air and time spent on the TREC Trail. Gra...
07/07/2026

Let the good times roll. 🛴✨

These two are proof that all you need is some fresh air and time spent on the TREC Trail. Grab your favorite set of wheels and let the good times roll! 🚲

🚫 No motorized vehicles on the trails.

📸: Alex Hoedebecke Photography

No screens, no schedule. Just the creek and a fallen tree. 🌿✨The TREC Trail gives kids a real place to explore, play, an...
06/09/2026

No screens, no schedule. Just the creek and a fallen tree. 🌿✨

The TREC Trail gives kids a real place to explore, play, and just be kids. Come check it out this summer! ☀️

📸: Alex Hoedebecke Photography

Call for volunteers! 🌳✨🥾We're looking for volunteers to help maintain the TREC Trail & Nature Park! Projects include w**...
05/18/2026

Call for volunteers! 🌳✨🥾

We're looking for volunteers to help maintain the TREC Trail & Nature Park! Projects include w**d eating, trimming, light brush removal, and clearing a few lower hanging branches along sections of the trail. 🌿

Any time and help is greatly appreciated, and it all goes toward keeping our trail beautiful and enjoyable for everyone! 💚

Interested? Contact us today:
📞: (217) 342-5310
📧: [email protected]
🌐: www.trectrails.org

A huge thank you goes out to Eco-Trim217 for their outstanding work in the TREC Nature Park! 🌳Recently, the ECO-Trim 21...
05/13/2026

A huge thank you goes out to Eco-Trim217 for their outstanding work in the TREC Nature Park! 🌳

Recently, the ECO-Trim 217 team safely removed four dead and dying trees - including an 80-foot-tall cottonwood - while carefully protecting the surrounding healthy trees. They also completed full cleanup and stump removal, leaving the park looking beautiful as ever! ✨

We're especially grateful for the generous discount they provided to the TREC Trail and for their continued support and friendship over the years. Thank you to Ben Goeckner and the entire ECO-Trim 217 team for helping keep our Nature Park safe and beautiful! 🤩

Hit the trail today to check out their amazing handiwork! 🌿

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Spring has sprung on the TREC Trail! 🌷This warmer weather is exactly what we called for... hit the trail today to enjoy ...
04/21/2026

Spring has sprung on the TREC Trail! 🌷

This warmer weather is exactly what we called for... hit the trail today to enjoy the fresh spring air! ✨

📸: Astrid Johana Photography

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Outer Belt West
Effingham, IL
62401

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