Trail Running calendar near Sterling 2026-2027

A trail running event at Saw Wee Kee Park in Yorkville on June 6, 2026. The soft, twisting path is bib timed with staggered starts and is part of a four run series that awards pieces of a 2026 medal and seasonal swag.

Trail races at Hickory Knolls include approximate 5K and 10K loops plus a 10K two-person relay on wooded dirt, gravel and grass trails; proceeds support the St Charles Park Foundation.

Experience the local trail community at Kinsey Park with a four mile loop featuring rolling hills and themed stretches. This event offers a great introduction to the local ultramarathon scene in Peoria.

A backyard ultra at Kinsey Park in Peoria featuring a 4.16 mile single-track loop run hourly until one runner remains, with on-course aid, participant swag, and milestone prizes for 50k, 50 miles, and 100 miles.

Experience an authentic cross country race on a purpose built grass course in Geneva Illinois. Run as an individual or part of a team on this wide professional grade venue featuring rolling terrain and a classic atmosphere.

A nine hour trail endurance event in Davenport with solo and three person relay options on a 0.85 mile loop that includes stairs and 125 to 150 feet of elevation per lap.

Crossroads Trail Mix at Westbrook Park in DeWitt IA on June 20 2026 offers paved and trail 2.62 races plus a .62 kids run, a warm up event on June 10, and supports the Paul Skeffington Memorial Race Foundation and trail development.

Experience flowing singletrack and deep ravines at Black Partridge Park in Metamora. This five mile trail race features creek crossings and steep climbs through mature Illinois forests.

A trail 5K at Byron Forest Preserve with chip timing and awards by age group, plus a 1 mile Fun Run with a participation medal. Parking and indoor restrooms are available onsite.

An endurance event at Lowell Park's Pinetum on a roughly 0.411 mile paved loop. Self supported 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour options with solo and three person relay entries and on site water and volunteer support.

CMAR Trail Races at Camp Wokanda near Chillicothe, Illinois offers multiple looped and out and back trail distances on wooded singletrack with substantial elevation, staffed aid stations, and time cutoffs for each distance.

Experience the final race of the summer at Farmdale Reservoir in Washington Illinois. This five mile trail run features a mix of prairie woods and singletrack paths through a diverse landscape.

Experience the natural beauty of Dubuque with trail races through the Mines of Spain Recreation Area. Enjoy distances ranging from 4 miles to a half marathon followed by a post race party with brick oven pizza and local beer.

A night trail event in Dixon Illinois offering 5 10 and 15 mile options plus a 3 person relay. Loop course over grass gravel and dirt with one aid station and a post race snack.

A multi-event day in Coal Valley with a 5K Mud Adventure Run, a Ninja Kids Run, and a Cross Country Trail Run. Main obstacles include a Tire Wall, Ninja Scaling Wall and Weight Lift; spectator entry is $7.

Trail races at New Glarus Woods State Park on August 15, 2026 include 16K, 8K, 5K and a free 1K kids run. Proceeds benefit Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park and awards include age-group prizes plus a 16K consistency award.

Run the Rails in Elburn, Illinois on August 22, 2026 offers a 1 mile fun run plus 4 mile and 7 mile courses that begin and end at Prairie Park. Courses cross the Union Pacific West rail line and benefit the Elburn Parks Commission.

Trail races at Scott County Park in Long Grove, IA featuring 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on a roughly 10 mile loop with on-course aid stations and drop-bag and pacer policies for the 50K.

A technical trail event at Franklin Creek State Natural Area in Franklin Grove, IL, offering 5K and 10K courses with multiple creek crossings and about 100 ft elevation gain per mile. Runners, walkers, and ruckers take part and proceeds sup..

A three day trail event at Rock Cut State Park featuring a night 10 km plus 25 km and 50 km races, with single race entries and Triple Crown series options that award commemorative spike prizes to finishers.