Trail Running calendar near Colona 2026-2027

A point to point all-trail ultramarathon along the Hennepin Canal near Sterling Illinois offering 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a 100 mile team relay. Aid stations are every 3 to 7 miles and bus service to the start is available for a fee.

Autumn Leaf Run is a 5K trail event at Oakdale Nature Preserve in Freeport on 10/03/2026. The looped course crosses prairies, creek and wooded trails and raises funds for park improvements through the Freeport Parks Foundation.

A coffee themed untimed 2K and 5K fun run and walk at Case Creek Trails in Coal Valley on October 4, 2026, with hot coffee or hot chocolate and on course aid stations. Proceeds support Rock Island County Animal Care and Control via QC PAWS.

A multi-distance trail event at Farmdale Reservoir near East Peoria, Illinois with routes from 10K to 100 miles, on-site camping, aid stations and packet pickup the day before the races.

A charity running event in Solon, Iowa featuring a timed 5K and a Monster Mile, with all proceeds to the Arthritis Foundation to support pediatric rheumatic disease awareness.

A loop-based trail event near Dubuque, IA, offering **100 mile** and **100 km** options on varied terrain with significant elevation and multiple scenic overlooks of the Mississippi River.

Trail races in October at Geode State Park offering 5k, 12k and 25k options, aid stations, T-shirt with registration, dog friendly, and fundraising for concession renovations.

Miner 49er in Dubuque offers 25K and 50K out and back trail courses through the Mines of Spain with significant elevation gain and three aid stations. The course includes single track, stone steps, stream crossings, and river views.

A Backyard Ultra in Colona, IL where runners repeat a single *4.17m* loop each hour until they stop. The course is mostly flat with one ravine hill and offers parking and space to camp.

A Backyard Ultra in Delmar IA on November 13, 2026 where runners complete a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. Participants receive a 10x10 foot camp space, may bring 1 to 3 crew members, and registration is capped at 250.

Woodpecker Six is a six hour trail endurance run on November 14, 2026 in Central City, IA. The 1.2 mile loop includes two large climbs and stairs, with aid station food, a long sleeve race shirt, and awards for 24 plus loops.

McNotagain Fall Trail Runs in Mcnaughton Park, Pekin IL on November 14, 2026 offers 3.5, 10, 30 and 50 mile races on a 10 mile loop run in reverse direction. The course has two creek crossings per loop and about 1300 ft of gain per loop.

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.

The 36th annual FOLEPI River Trail Classic in East Peoria features a 4 Mile competitive run and a 2 Mile non competitive walk, shirt and no shirt entry options, age group awards for the run, and a post race gathering at a local pizzeria.

A four-race winter trail series in Dixon, Illinois, featuring events from 5K to 20K across mixed terrain. Individual race and full-series entry options are available, with series awards and completion apparel for multi-race finishers.

A looped trail event on March 27, 2027 in Lowell Park, Dixon, IL offering 33.75, 22.5, and 13.5 mile timed races plus an 806 relay, with a 2.25 mile alternating loop, manual lap tracking, aid at the start/finish, and awards.

Trail races at Wildlife Prairie Park in Hanna City, Illinois with 5K and 10K loop courses on maintenance trails and single track. Day park admission is included and the event features awards, post race snacks, and volunteer opportunities.

An obstacle course event at Byron Motosports Park on May 22, 2027 offering 10K and 5K waves, Special Forces, Ruck division and a kids course, produced by a nonprofit honoring service members.