Trail Running calendar near Makanda 2025-2026

The Shawnee Hills Trail Races, held at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, Illinois, offer challenging ultramarathon distances including 100 miles, 100K, 50K, and a half marathon. Set within the scenic Shawnee National Forest, the course features a figure-eight loop with 80% single-track trails, technical terr..

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, held in Middle Brook, Missouri, is a challenging 13-mile event across rugged terrain on the Ozark Trail. Participants traverse from Taum Sauk Mountain, Missouri's highest point, past Mina Sauk Falls, through the Devil’s Toll Gate rock formation, and finish with a river crossin..

The Arrowhead Endurance Run, held at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, Illinois, features a certified 2.07-mile loop around the lake with mostly gravel terrain and minimal elevation change, ideal for fast times and high mileage. The event offers multiple race options including 24-hour, 24-..

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 & 50 Mile Runs take place in Vienna, Illinois, on the scenic Tunnel Hill State Trail, a crushed limestone rails-to-trails path featuring gentle grades and iconic landmarks like the historic tunnel. The event offers 100-mile and 50-mile distances, both USATF-sanctioned and IAU Gol..

The Ozark's Mountain Challenge is a demanding hiking event held in Patterson, Missouri, featuring a 17-mile course with a total ascent of 7,980 feet—equivalent to climbing Mount Olympus in Washington. Participants hike up Mudlick Mountain nine times within a 12-hour window, with shuttles returning t..