Trail Running calendar near Urbana 2026-2027

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.

Trail races at Clinton Lake State Recreation Area with a three-loop 30-mile option and a 10-mile course, two aid stations per loop, no chip timing, and a volunteer requirement.

Backyard Ultra in Wingate IN with repeated 4 mile 880 foot loops on mixed surfaces; hourly starts, loop completion determines the winner.

Backyard Ultra at Willenborg Woods in Charleston IL on June 5 2027, with repeated 4.167 mile loops and a Bronze Ticket to Big Dog's Backyard Ultra World Championship for the last runner.

Vineyard 5k at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery on June 13, 2027 with post race wine, chip timed results, and age group awards.