Trail Running calendar near Dixon 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail event near LaGrange, Wisconsin on June 13–14, 2026, featuring 100% trail courses and a lottery entry system. Distances range from 50K to 100 miles and the 100 mile finish in 30 hours qualifies for Western States.

A trail running event on a scenic segment of the Ice Age Trail near Rice Lake in Whitewater, WI. Distances include 10K, half marathon and 50K on rolling hills and well established trails.

A cross-country event in Williams Bay featuring a 5K run/walk and a children's quarter mile walk/run. The course follows grass trails through hills, woods and prairie, with parking and restrooms provided.

A multi-distance running event on July 15, 2026 at Discovery Trail in Clinton, IA offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50K with listed entry fees and no time limits.

A multi-distance trail event at Camp Wokanda near Chillicothe IL featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a half marathon on wooded single track with significant elevation and staffed aid stations.

Trail races at Mines of Spain near Dubuque include 4 mile, 7 mile and half marathon distances on varied singletrack and prairie trails, with aid stations, cup free practices, shuttle service and age group awards.

Run the Rails in Elburn, IL features a 1-mile fun run/walk plus 4- and 7-mile races starting and finishing at Prairie Park, with course views from the Anderson Road bridge and chip timing for the timed events.

Trail races at Scott County Park in Long Grove, Iowa with 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on mixed dirt and grass loops. The event features stocked aid stations, drop bags, post race food, and a community focused race format.

A technical trail event at Franklin Creek State Natural Area near Franklin Grove, IL, offering 5K and 10K courses with multiple creek crossings, notable elevation changes, on-course water at key points, race shirts, and awards.

The Naperville Trails Half Marathon & 10K is set for September 5, 2026 in Wheaton, Illinois. Runners can choose from half marathon and 10K distances, with virtual options also available.

Echo 136 is a 136 mile trail event on the Ice Age State Trail in the Southern Kettle Moraine, featuring varied trail surfaces, nine staffed aid stations and a 55 hour time limit.

A looped trail event in Dixon Illinois offering 25K, 50K, 100K and 100 mile distances. The course combines singletrack, grassy meadows and gravel with two aid stations and on course crew access.

A point to point, all trail ultramarathon along the Hennepin Canal State Trail in northwest Illinois. Multiple distances from 50K to 100 miles, with aid stations every 3 to 7 miles and a 30 hour cutoff for Western States qualification.

Run or walk the Fall into Fall Trail 5k in Janesville on October 3, a scenic timed trail through wooded dirt paths with beautiful fall views. Stay for live music, food trucks, beer and wine tasting and raffles; register by Sept 15 to guaran..

A multi-loop trail ultramarathon in Dubuque set on a roughly 20-mile loop through the Mines of Spain Recreation Area, offering 100-mile and 100K options with substantial elevation and varied terrain.

Join the Jaimie Cox Memorial Run on October 17, 2026 in Roscoe, Illinois for a community 5K or 2 mile walk along the scenic Stone Bridge Trail. Family friendly with kids and virtual options, supporting the Jaimie Cox scholarship.

A 5k trail event in Pingree Grove that combines haunted sets, animatronics, and actors with multiple 5k heats; the day also features a costume contest, bonfire, live entertainment and food options.

A trail race at The Forge in Lemont, IL on November 14, 2026 offering 10K, 20K, 30K and 60K on single and double track trails with variable surfaces, an aid station for multi-lap races, and a 400-runner cap.