Trail Running calendar near Makanda 2025-2026

The Pioneer Trail 5K, organized by Trico High School Cross Country, is an annual fundraising event held in Campbell Hill, Illinois. Participants can choose to run or walk along a 3.1-mile mixed-surface course that includes concrete, gravel, and grass, providing a true cross-country experience. The e..

The Hearts Desire 6-Hour Endurance Run is an exciting running event taking place at the Herrin Sports Complex in Herrin, Illinois. Participants will race on a flat, paved 1.3-mile loop course, aiming to complete the most laps within six hours. Awards will be presented to the top three overall finish..

Join us for the inaugural Rural Trail in Hédé-Bazouges on May 24, 2025! This event features a unique 10 km non-timed running course and a 10 km non-timed walking route, both designed to showcase the town's iconic sites while providing a blend of sport, nature, and heritage. Participants will travers..

The Red Cedar Trail Half Marathon and 38k takes place at Giant City State Park in Makanda, Illinois, offering a scenic and challenging course primarily on the Red Cedar Trail. Scheduled for May 24, 2025, the event features a half marathon and a 38k race, with a new second loop added for increased di..

The Shawnee Hills Trail Races, held at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, Illinois, is a challenging multi-distance trail running event set in the scenic Shawnee National Forest. Runners can choose from a 100-mile, 100K, 50K, or half marathon course, which features technical terrain, rocky trails, creek cross..

The Last Boyscout is a challenging Last Man Standing Race held at Ferne Clyffe State Park in Goreville, Illinois. Participants navigate a tough 4.167-mile loop that includes both trail and road sections, with significant elevation gain. The race format encourages endurance and resilience, as runners..

The Devil's Toll Race is a challenging 13-mile trail event held in the rugged landscapes of Missouri’s Ozark Trail. Participants can choose between running or hiking, either solo or in teams of two. The course features steep climbs, rocky terrain, and stunning vistas, including the highest point in..

The Arrowhead Endurance Run is a multi-distance ultramarathon event held at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, Illinois. It features various race options, including a 24-hour race, a 12-hour race, a 6-hour race, a 3-hour race, and a 24-hour relay. The course is a 2.07-mile gravel loop aroun..

The LBL Bridge to Bridge Trail Run is a scenic 22K trail race set in the beautiful Land Between the Lakes Recreation Area. Participants can choose to compete individually or as part of a two-person or three-person relay team. The course begins at the Lake Barkley Bridge, follows a paved path along H..

The Tunnel Hill 100 and 50 Mile Runs are premier ultramarathon events held in Vienna, Illinois, on the scenic Tunnel Hill State Trail. Recognized for their fast, well-certified courses, the races attract elite runners aiming for world and course records, including the USATF National Championship for..