Trail Running calendar near Franklin Grove 2026-2027

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.

Experience a 136 mile journey along the scenic Ice Age State Trail in Wisconsin. This endurance event features diverse terrain and comprehensive aid station support over a 55 hour timeframe.

Event Details The Hindsight Ultra Trail Runs take place in Dixon, Illinois. The event offers four distances: a 100 Miler, a 100k, a 50k, and a 25K. The course consists of loops starting behind the Dixon Park District Facility. Each loop is..

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.

Experience natural dirt trails and scenic views at this Janesville event featuring a competitive 5k run and casual walk. Stay for the heritage celebration with food trucks and live music after you finish.

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.

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.

Take on the Soul Crusher trail run through the forested paths of Veteran Acres & Sternes Woods in Crystal Lake. The event features a 5-mile loop course with a chance for extra mileage, finishing with a unique skeleton medal. Prepare for a c..

Experience a haunted 5k trail run in Pingree Grove featuring live actors and animatronics. Stay for the bonfire and costume contest at this unique evening event.

Fancy Nonsense 25k/50k The Fancy Nonsense 25k/50k is described as a nonsensical running experience born from mischief and imagination, designed to provide a space for the joy of running. The event takes place in the Palos Trail System at Re..

Celebrate Halloween and support animal shelters at this dog friendly 5k in Busse Woods. Enjoy a flat paved course with treats for both humans and leashed pets at the finish line.

Embrace an autumn adventure at the Big Timber XC Challenge, a trail run featuring a famous creek crossing through the woods of Camp Big Timber. Choose between a 3-mile or 5-mile course on grass and gravel paths. All runners get a shirt and..

Experience the diverse terrain of the historic Lemont Quarries with four trail race distances ranging from 10K to 60K. Runners navigate a mix of flat gravel paths and technical single-track trails through the woods.

Explore the forest trails and hills of Lake Geneva at this multi distance trail event. Choose from several individual races or join a team relay for a day of outdoor activity and festival atmosphere.

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.

Experience a unique winter obstacle course in Lake Geneva featuring distances from 5K to 20K. Enjoy a festival atmosphere with fire pits and food trucks after conquering challenges designed for both fun and competitive athletes.