Trail Running calendar near Coal Valley 2026-2027

Timed four-hour and eight-hour loop trail races at Chestnut Mountain Resort with scenic river views, looped laps, post-race music and meal, included shirt and finisher medal, and awards for mileage and costumes.

Trail races at Sunderbruch Park in Davenport on May 16 2026 feature roughly 5k and 10k single track courses, a cup free policy, a potluck with bacon and beer, online registration with a waitlist, and a one year deferral option.

A multiwave obstacle course at Byron Motosports Park offering 10K, 5K, ruck, and kids divisions, with Special Forces and Endurance competitive formats and team entry packs available.

Experience the local trail community at Kinsey Park with a four mile loop featuring rolling hills and themed stretches. This event offers a great introduction to the local ultramarathon scene in Peoria.

A backyard ultra at Kinsey Park in Peoria where runners complete a 4.16 mile single track loop each hour until one runner remains. The trail is fully single track with small rolling hills and a Wizard of Oz theme.

A 5K Run/Walk at Camp Courageous in Monticello, IA on June 13, 2026 featuring a scenic trail route, packet pickup on June 12 and race day, race shirts for registrants by May 16, and age group awards.

A nine hour endurance run in Davenport, IA on a 0.85 mile single track loop with 125 to 150 feet of climb per circuit. Solo runners and three person relays are allowed, with abundant aid, hot food, and a custom race shirt provided.

The Crossroads Trail Mix will take place in DeWitt on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run 3 miles.

Experience flowing singletrack and deep ravines at Black Partridge Park in Metamora. This five mile trail race features creek crossings and steep climbs through mature Illinois forests.

A trail 5K at Byron Forest Preserve with chip timing and awards by age group, plus a 1 mile Fun Run with a participation medal. Parking and indoor restrooms are available onsite.

An overnight loop endurance event at Lowell Park in Dixon, IL where participants repeat a .411 mile paved loop for 6, 12, or 24 hours. Solo and three person relay options are available and the event is self supported.

CMAR Trail Races at Camp Wokanda near Chillicothe, Illinois offers multiple looped and out and back trail distances on wooded singletrack with substantial elevation, staffed aid stations, and time cutoffs for each distance.

Trail races at Lake Macbride State Park near Solon, IA, with 25K and 50K course options on mostly trail terrain, staffed aid stations, and a 175-runner cap in the first year.

A timed 5K run or walk on dirt and mowed grass at a working microdairy in Oxford, Iowa. The event features a prairie identification challenge, a metal for finishers, snacks, and possible cheese sales.

Experience the final race of the summer at Farmdale Reservoir in Washington Illinois. This five mile trail run features a mix of prairie woods and singletrack paths through a diverse landscape.

Experience the natural beauty of Dubuque with trail races through the Mines of Spain Recreation Area. Enjoy distances ranging from 4 miles to a half marathon followed by a post race party with brick oven pizza and local beer.

Night trail races in Dixon Illinois on an approximate 5 mile loop with solo distances and a three person relay, single aid station, post race snack, and on site tees for all participants.

A multi-event day in Coal Valley with a 5K Mud Adventure Run, a Ninja Kids Run, and a Cross Country Trail Run. Main obstacles include a Tire Wall, Ninja Scaling Wall and Weight Lift; spectator entry is $7.

Trail races of 50K, 10 miles and 5 miles at Scott County Park near Long Grove, IA. The event uses a roughly 10 mile loop, has stocked aid stations, and allows pacers for the 50K with online registration only.

Experience an all terrain trail race through the scenic Big Horse Vineyards featuring natural obstacles and mud. Choose between a competitive 5K or a social beer mile followed by wine tasting in Central Illinois.