Trail Running calendar near Coal Valley 2026-2027

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.

Test your limits at Decker Farm with a grueling combination of military boot camp and farm chores. Choose between 4, 12, or 36 hour endurance challenges featuring heavy carries and undisclosed physical tasks.

A technical trail event at Franklin Creek State Natural Area featuring 5K and 10K routes with multiple hills, limestone bluffs, creek crossings, and a rucking option. Proceeds support the Franklin Creek Conservation Association.

A Backyard Ultra at Pollmiller Lake Park in West Point, Iowa featuring repeated 4.167 mile loops with a one hour limit per loop. The single loop course mixes paved path, gravel, and trail, and onsite camping is available.

Experience ten miles of hills and winding trails through the Byron Forest Preserve and Nardi Equine Prairie. This cup free race features cash prizes and a post race celebration with pizza at Hairy Cow Brewing Company.

A community 2K and 5K trail run and walk at Case Creek Valley on September 20, 2026. Dogs are welcome on leash, the event is untimed, and proceeds support the Rock Island County Animal Care and Control Shelter.

A grassroots loop ultra at Dixon Park District offering 25K, 50K, 100K and 100 mile options on a 7.85 mile mixed surface loop with two aid locations, crew and pacer policies, and finisher awards.

Trail races at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve in Peosta IA use a 5.2 mile loop with creek crossings, steep climbs and rugged terrain, offered as 5.2 mile, 25k and 50k. Free camping, showers and shuttle service are provided.

A point-to-point all-trail ultramarathon along the Hennepin Canal State Trail between Sterling and Colona, Illinois. Multiple distances include 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a 100 mile team relay; aid stations are every three to seven miles.

Experience a chip timed 5k trail run through the diverse terrain and scenic landscapes of Oakdale Nature Preserve. All proceeds support local park projects and trail maintenance.

A trail running event at Farmdale Reservoir on October 10-11, 2026 offering 10K through 100-mile distances on single-track and prairie terrain, with camping, aid stations, pacers, and finisher awards including shirts and medals.

A multi loop trail ultramarathon in the Mines of Spain Recreation Area near Dubuque, Iowa offering **100 mile** and **100 kilometer** options, varied terrain, significant elevation, scenic Mississippi River views, and set time limits.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a 2 mile run through the wooded trails of Sheffield Illinois. Wear your best holiday costume for a chance to win prizes at this untimed community event.

A four race winter trail series in Dixon, Illinois totaling 31 miles across four dates from December 2025 to March 2026. Distances range from 5K to 20K with series awards and age-category prizes.