Trail Running calendar near Makanda 2025-2026

Run the Meandering Turkey in Cape Girardeau, Missouri on November 23, 2025, a festive 5.5 mile course at Klaus Park. Field is limited to 100 runners, with a performance tech shirt, socks, post race food and awards.

Take on the Frozen Chosin Challenge at Johnson Shut Ins State Park December 5 to 7, 2025, a rugged winter weekend honoring Korean War veterans. Choose 40 mile, 17 mile or 4 mile routes with steep trails, river fords and bivouac camping.

Run the Great American Trail Race in Grand Rivers, Kentucky along Kentucky Lake with 23 km, marathon, 60 km and 50 mile options. Mostly single track Canal Loop offers rolling hills and sweeping lake views across looped courses.

Run the scenic trails of Camp Ondessonk in Ozark Illinois with 5K and 10K options perfect for all abilities. Expect forest singletrack, friendly vibes and event shirts for early registrants.

Ozark's Mountain Challenge at Sam A Baker State Park invites hikers to climb Mudlick Mountain repeatedly for about 7,980 feet of total ascent across rugged terrain. This non competitive 12 hour event includes aid and a welcoming finish.

Run scenic singletrack and gravel through Giant City State Park at the Red Cedar Trail Races in Makanda, IL on May 30, 2026 with 5K, half marathon and a tough 40K option. Finishers get a medal, swag and a post race drink choice.

Run the 1st Annual Sundown Showdown 5K cross country in Carterville IL on July 17, 2026. Team or individual runners will tackle a grassy course and compete for awards for top finishers and male, female, and mixed teams.

Tackle Shawnee Hills Trail Races at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark IL on Aug 22 and 23 2026. Choose from 100 mile to half marathon on hilly single track with creek crossings, night options and full aid.