Trail Running calendar near Albion 2026-2027

A Backyard Ultra at Willenborg Woods on May 30, 2026, using repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour. The last runner remaining wins a Bronze Ticket toward Big Dog's Backyard Ultra World Championship.

A 3.1 mile cross country 5K across grass and paved paths on the Lincoln Trail College campus, plus a one mile Kid's Fun Run around the pond. Age group medals and overall prizes are listed for the 5K.

A community 5k on June 27, 2026 in Carrier Mills, Illinois offering a 5k run and a 5k walk to support the local cross country team, with registration fee of $25, a T-shirt deadline of June 13, and awards for top finishers.

Trail run at Rudy Mines in Owensboro offering a 10K and a 1-mile kids run; all finishers receive medals and top three men and women in the main race earn awards.

A team-focused 5K cross country race behind the Carterville Community Center on July 17, 2026, with grass, gravel, and paved sections. Teams compete by standard XC scoring and medals and team awards are presented.

A backyard ultra in Albion, IL on Jul 18, 2026 with a registration fee that includes a t-shirt and a $10 food truck voucher. Camping is available the night before and a voluntary $1 per lap pool will be split among top finishers.

A summertime 5K trail race in Charleston, Illinois on July 25, 2026 featuring about 1,100 feet of climb, a one third mile river crossing, a steep finish on Billy Goat Hill, and a field limited to 125 runners.

An obstacle and trail running event at Diamond Lake Resort in Owensboro, Kentucky, featuring 5K and 10K options, 28 obstacles, and youth races for ages 4 to 13. Proceeds benefit MentorKids Kentucky.

A cross-country 5K on the Lake Land College campus in Mattoon, Illinois, featuring rolling hills, grassy fields and wooded paths. The event highlights the college's second year of cross country and lists on-campus packet pickup and parking.

Participate in a 5K or 10K trail and ruck run in Velpen to honor veterans and emergency personnel. Enjoy a professionally timed race at Cool Springs that supports local community safety and veteran awareness.

Trail races at Camp Ondessonk in the Shawnee National Forest featuring multi-loop 100 mile and 100K options, waterfalls and sandstone canyons, technical single-track terrain, five manned aid stations, and included tree house lodging for run..

A last person standing loop race at Ferne Clyffe State Park with 4.167 mile loops and about 600 feet of climbing per loop. Night laps require a headlamp and reflective vest and registration is capped at 75.

Explore Lincoln State Park on trails and gravel roads. Choose from a marathon, 14K, or 5K distance, all starting together. The event features a scenic loop course with aid stations and a focus on environmental responsibility.

An annual 3.1 mile run and walk at the Warrick Humane Society in Newburgh, featuring timed and un-timed 5K options, pet-friendly participation, awards for top finishers, and donation-linked merchandise.

Multi distance endurance event at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, IL, run on a certified 2.07 mile gravel loop with chip timing, aid station services, camping, medals and 100 mile buckles.

Trail running event at Willenborg Woods in Charleston IL offering 100K, 50K, 16 miler, 8 miler and 5K on marked single track through timber, riverside paths and creek crossings. Pets are not allowed.