Trail Running calendar near Joliet 2026-2027

A 15k looped trail race at Red Mill County Park in La Porte, Indiana on February 7, 2026, with four marked loops, old-school timing using popsicle sticks, a cereal-themed post-race spread, and awards for overall and age-group finishers.

A trail half at Bluhm County Park in Westville, IN featuring four 3.4 mile loops on single track dirt with switchbacks, manual timing, an aid station at the shelter, limited participant apparel, and a 4 hour 30 minute cut off.

An 8K winter trail race at Oakhurst Forest Preserve on February 21, 2026. The course starts with a steep sledding hill and may include snow, ice, or mud, with finish-line water, snacks, and a finisher medal.

A four-race winter trail series around Rockford, Illinois, from Dec 20, 2025 to Mar 21, 2026. Distances range from 3 to 12 miles across local forest preserves, with a series entry option available.

Hit the wooded trails at Sunset Hill County Park for the Foot Pursuit 5K, a scenic 3.1 mile run or walk across rolling hills. Enjoy friendly competition, age group awards, and postrace camaraderie in Valparaiso.

A trail race at Sunset Hill Farm Park on March 14, 2026 offering 30k, 50k and a new 50 mile option on a new course with prominent "Roller Coaster" hills, aid stations, time limits, and unique finishing awards and swag.

Trail races at The Forge in Lemont offer a wooded course around the Lemont Quarries with a half and quarter marathon on single and double track. Varied terrain includes gravel, rocks, mud and short technical climbs; trail shoes and personal..

Run with your dog through scenic wooded single track at Lake Geneva Ziplines, choosing a 4 mile loop or an 8 mile double lap. This friendly canicross event offers water at the start area, prizes for top teams, and a finisher token.

Woodsy single-track races at Soldiers Memorial Park in LaPorte, IN on March 21, 2026. Distances include a 10K loop and a half marathon run as two laps with a relay option; aid stations appear about every 2.5 miles and the event is cupless e..

A four-race winter trail series around Rockford, Illinois, from Dec 20, 2025 to Mar 21, 2026. Distances range from 3 to 12 miles across local forest preserves, with a series entry option available.

A 10K trail race at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center in St. Charles on March 22, 2026. Final event of a three race winter series with mixed terrain, finish line water and snacks, and finisher medals plus winter gear for series finishers.

Take on the Skunk Ape 806 314 Trail Race at Lowell Park with 33.75 mile and 13.5 mile solo options or a team 806 relay. Alternate wooded loops, enjoy hearty aid station fare and finisher swag, and chase podium awards and great camaraderie.

Tackle a scenic 4 mile loop through rolling limestone and wooded trails at St James Farm in Warrenville, IL, with roots, mud and natural single loop terrain. Enjoy a long sleeve race shirt, wood finisher medallion and lively race day atmosp..

A six hour trail run at Luhr County Park on April 4, 2026 where participants complete as many 1.7 mile loops as possible. Course markings and lap checks determine winners by total distance covered.

Trail races on a 5 mile loop at Veterans Acres in Crystal Lake, IL offering 50K, 15 mile, and 5 mile options with one major aid station and age group awards. Registration closes April 10.

A looped trail race at Deer Grove Forest Preserve near Palatine, IL offering 10K, 25K, 50K and 50 mile options on soft gravel loops with a single aid station per lap and inclusive entry policies.

A Batavia fundraiser for Anderson Humane featuring a timed 5K and a 1.5 mile community walk around the Batavia Riverwalk; proceeds support shelter, medical care, and wildlife rescue.

A flat out and back half marathon and 10K along the limestone Great Western Trail on May 3, 2026, hosted by Fox River Trail Runners. Registration contributions support three local mental health charities.

A trail marathon and a 10 mile race at Teason's Woods in Palos Hills on May 9, 2026, using the Sag Valley Trail. Wide horse trails, multiple aid stations, pre assigned race day packet pickup, and a unique wooden finisher medal.

Trail Run Xtreme in Portage, IN on May 17, 2026 features a wooded single-track 12K and a 3K kids race with roots, mud, and possible water crossings. Post-race shirts, a meal, and age group awards are provided.