Trail Running calendar near Makanda 2025-2026

We have found 12 Trailruns within 80 miles of Makanda. See below where and when you can find the races.

The Ondessonk Trail Races, taking place at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, IL, features two exciting events: a 5k Fun Run and the Manchester Trail 10k. Scheduled for April 5, 2025, participants will enjoy scenic routes through beautiful forests, canyons, and pastures. The event encourages community engagem..

The Herzog 100 is an ultra-running event taking place in Smithland, Kentucky, featuring three challenging distances: 100 miles, 100K, and 40 miles. Set on a scenic 13-mile looped course through the hills overlooking the Ohio River, participants will navigate technical trails and enjoy a grassroots a..

The Pioneer Trail 5K Run/5K Walk/Fun Run, organized by the Trico High School Cross Country team, is set to take place in Campbell Hill, Illinois. This annual fundraising event features a 3.1-mile mixed surface course, providing participants with a true cross-country experience. Runners can choose to..

May 2025

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 unique event features a 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..

August 2025

The Shawnee Hills Trail Races, taking place on August 23-24, 2025, at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, IL, offers a variety of challenging distances including a 100-mile, 100K, 50K, and half marathon. Set in the picturesque Shawnee National Forest, participants will navigate a technical course featuring stu..

September 2025

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..

October 2025

The Devil's Toll Race is a challenging 13-mile event set in the scenic Ozark Trail of Missouri, featuring rugged terrain and breathtaking views. Participants can choose to run or hike solo or in teams, navigating from Taum Sauk Mountain to Johnson Shut-ins State Park. The course includes significant..

The Arrowhead Endurance Run, taking place on October 11-12, 2025, at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, IL, features a variety of race options including a 24-hour race, 12-hour night run, 6-hour, and 3-hour events. The course consists of a certified 2.07-mile loop primarily made of gravel,..

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..

November 2025

The Tunnel Hill 100 & 50 Mile Runs, held in Vienna, Illinois, is a premier ultramarathon event featuring both 100-mile and 50-mile races. The course, renowned for its smooth, crushed limestone trail, offers a scenic route through the Tunnel Hill State Trail, including iconic tunnels and picturesque..