Trail Running calendar near Pekin 2026-2027

A dog friendly untimed 2K and 5K trail run or walk at Case Creek Valley on September 20, 2026. Proceeds support Rock Island County Animal Care and Control and finishers receive a dog tag and treats.

A coffee themed 2K and 5K fun run at Case Creek Trails on September 20, 2026. The untimed route goes through pastures and woodlands, includes hot drinks and refreshments, and supports the Rock Island County Animal Care and Control Shelter.

Run The Woods is a trail event at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center in Hudson, IL featuring 5K and 8K races with youth divisions and a one mile untimed trail walk. Proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois and Timber Pointe Outdoor Center.

Trail races at Farmdale Reservoir near East Peoria Illinois feature distances from 10K to 100 mile across single-track trail and prairie. The event includes packet pickup, aid stations, camping and specific rules for drop downs and awards.

A 5K run and walk through the forested trails of Washington Park in Springfield supporting restoration of the Leland Farm Summer Kitchen. The event offers a virtual 3.11 mile option, commemorative shirts, and age group prizes.

A trail event at Robert Allerton Park in Monticello on October 25, 2026 offering a 5.7 mile trail run, a 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual 5.7 mile option. The 5.7 mile course follows the Sangamon River and features natural trail obstacles.

Trail races at Mcnaughton Park in Pekin, IL on November 14, 2026, offering 3.5, 10, 30 and 50 mile options with a 13 hour cutoff. The 10 mile loop is run in reverse and features two creek crossings and about 1300 feet of gain per loop.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a 2 mile run through the wooded trails of Sheffield Illinois. Wear your best holiday costume for a chance to win prizes at this untimed community event.

Experience a cross country style trail race through the Timber Pointe Nature Center at Lake Bloomington. Choose between 4K and 8K loops or a three hour endurance challenge while supporting local nature conservation.