Trail Running calendar near Albion 2026-2027

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, Illinois on July 18, 2026 with a registration fee that includes a t-shirt and a ten dollar food truck voucher. Free camping is available the night before and a voluntary per-lap pot funds top prizes.

A summertime 5K at Willenborg Woods near Charleston, IL featuring winding forest trails, a one third mile crossing of the Embarras River and a steep finish at Billy Goat Hill. The field is limited to 125 runners with a post race pancake and..

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 cross country program and includes packet pickup at the Field H..

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 Shawnee National Forest on a figure eight loop of mostly single track and rugged terrain. Distances range from a half marathon to 100 miles with staffed aid stations and on site lodging.

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.

A multi-format endurance event at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, IL, run on a certified 2.07 mile loop. Multiple timed races are offered with on-course aid, finisher medals and awards, camping, and chip timing provided.

Trail races at Willenborg Woods in Charleston, Illinois on October 16 and 17, 2026 offer distances from 5K to 100K on single track trails with creek crossings and technical sections.