Trail Running calendar near Urbana 2026-2027

The Swamp Stomp offers a 5-mile run and 4-mile walk on the trails of Hawthorn Park. It's the 31st annual edition of this community event. Awards are given for runners and walkers, with post-race snacks provided.

Take on the scenic trails of Clinton Lake State Recreation Area with the Clinton Lake Ultra. Choose between a challenging 30-mile or a 10-mile loop course through forests and meadows. It's a cup-free, community focused event with a mandator..

Explore scenic Carpenter Park on a well-marked trail run with 5K and 10K options. The race offers views of the Sangamon River, woodland paths, and wildlife sightings. It's the first event in a three-race trail series, with all finishers rec..

Experience the beautiful trails of Allerton Park with a variety of races including a nighttime 5k and a Sunday half marathon. Support Make A Wish Illinois while enjoying a weekend of fitness and nature in Monticello.

Experience the scenic rock quarry cliffs of DePauw Nature Park in Greencastle. This event features 15k and 5k trail runs on crushed stone paths with mild grades and a few steep climbs.

A 7.1 mile trail run around Lake Mingo at Kennekuk Cove County Park on June 13, 2026. The mostly trail course features hills, nine bridges, one aid station halfway and a post race party at the Hideaway Shelter.

A chip timed 5k run and walk at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery on June 14, 2026, featuring a two lap cross country course, race swag, and a pour of wine for eligible participants. The event benefits The Heller Center for Kids with Canc..

This unique 5K trail run sends participants splashing down a shallow riverbed for a third of a mile. With a tough hill finish and a field limited to 125 runners, it finishes with a community pancake and ice cream party.

Run a 10K on two laps of rolling trail around Stryker Lake at Griffin Bike Park. This August event is a DINO trail series bonus race where all finishers earn points. Top finishers and age group winners receive medals.

Test your endurance at Comlara Park with a unique hourly trail challenge ranging from one to twelve hours. Run a scenic loop every hour to stay in the game or enjoy a relaxed pace in the open format events.

A trail-focused running event at Kickapoo State Recreation Area on September 12, 2026, offering a 5K and a mostly-trail 7.45 mile course with aid stations, on-site packet pickup, awards, and a post-race gathering with food.

Trail runners in Decatur can choose between 4.4 and 7.6 mile courses on the fast rolling terrain of the Sand Creek Conservation District. Registration includes a tech shirt and finisher medal, with race proceeds supporting the Special Opera..

Run or walk through the scenic Timber Pointe Outdoor Center in Hudson. Choose from 8K and 5K races or an untimed 1 mile trail walk to support Easterseals Central Illinois.

This trail running event at Willenborg Woods offers distances from a 5K to a 100K on scenic, handcrafted trails through timber and along creeks. It focuses on a community atmosphere with full course support and a post-race celebration. Pets..

A trail event at Robert Allerton Park in Monticello on October 25, 2026, featuring a 5.7 mile run, a 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual 5.7 mile option. A portion of proceeds supports park trail maintenance and improvements.

The Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie will take place in Urbana on Sunday 1 November 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Experience a cross country trail race through the Timber Pointe Nature Center with 4K, 8K, and three hour endurance options. Enjoy a scenic course featuring varied terrain and local wildlife followed by post race food at Stern Lodge.