Trail Running calendar near Hudson 2026-2027

Celebrate 16 years of the Cactus Classic Trail Races in the sandy pine forests of Sand Ridge State Forest. Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 10K distances on a course named for the wild cactus found throughout the park. Packet pickup..

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive 5K run/walk along Peoria's Riverfront Trail. The event features costumes and finishes with a party at Kelleher's Irish Pub, including food and a drink. Proceeds benefit Crew 309.

Take on the scenic trails of Clinton Lake State Recreation Area with the Clinton Lake Ultra. Choose between a challenging 30-mile or a 10-mile loop course through forests and meadows. It's a cup-free, community focused event with a mandator..

Explore scenic Carpenter Park on a well-marked trail run with 5K and 10K options. The race offers views of the Sangamon River, woodland paths, and wildlife sightings. It's the first event in a three-race trail series, with all finishers rec..

Event Overview The Potawatomi Trail Runs take place from April 9 to 12, 2026, at McNaughton Park in Pekin, Illinois. This event marks its 25th year. Distances The event offers several trail running distances: 200 Miler 150 Miler 100 Miler..

Experience the beautiful trails of Allerton Park with a variety of races including a nighttime 5k and a Sunday half marathon. Support Make A Wish Illinois while enjoying a weekend of fitness and nature in Monticello.

The Spring Stampede is a 5k/10k trail race in Wildlife Prairie Park. The courses loop through the park on trails, with the 10k offering a more challenging second half. Park admission is included with entry.

Experience the historic landscapes of Springfield at the Lincoln Memorial Garden Trail Race 8K. Run through scenic lakeside trails and prairie grounds followed by a medallion finish and post race refreshments.

This 5K run/walk raises funds for local cancer patients through the Pat Clark Cancer Foundation. The course follows the Rock Run Greenway Trail, starting and ending at Cemeno's Pizza. Registration is limited to 175 participants and includes..

A 7.1 mile trail run around Lake Mingo at Kennekuk Cove County Park on June 13, 2026. The mostly trail course features hills, nine bridges, one aid station halfway and a post race party at the Hideaway Shelter.

A chip timed 5k run and walk at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery on June 14, 2026, featuring a two lap cross country course, race swag, and a pour of wine for eligible participants. The event benefits The Heller Center for Kids with Canc..

Mark America's 250th birthday at the Freedom Run in Springfield's Centennial Park. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or a 1-mile fun run/walk on a course that starts atop a hill. Every finisher gets a commemorative shirt and medal.

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.

Test your endurance at Comlara Park with a unique hourly trail challenge ranging from one to twelve hours. Run a scenic loop every hour to stay in the game or enjoy a relaxed pace in the open format events.

Race Information The Temptation 200 Ultras offers three race distances: a 200K, a 50K, and a Not At All Tempted 10K. All runners for the 100K, 150K, and 200K distances register for the 200K. On race day, participants can choose how far they..

A trail-focused running event at Kickapoo State Recreation Area on September 12, 2026, offering a 5K and a mostly-trail 7.45 mile course with aid stations, on-site packet pickup, awards, and a post-race gathering with food.

Trail runners in Decatur can choose between 4.4 and 7.6 mile courses on the fast rolling terrain of the Sand Creek Conservation District. Registration includes a tech shirt and finisher medal, with race proceeds supporting the Special Opera..

Run The Woods The Run The Woods event takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026. All proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois and the Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, a camp for children. The event is located at 20 Timber Pointe Lane in Hu..

The Washington Park Trail Trek is a 5K run and walk on the forest trails of Springfield's Washington Park. The event supports the restoration of the historic Leland Farm Summer Kitchen. It is the final race in a series where participants ca..

A trail event at Robert Allerton Park in Monticello on October 25, 2026, featuring a 5.7 mile run, a 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual 5.7 mile option. A portion of proceeds supports park trail maintenance and improvements.