Central Illinois Summer Trail Series

Peoria County, United States • 7 Aug 2026

Central Illinois Summer Trail Series

The final event of the Central Illinois Summer Trail Series takes place at the Farmdale Reservoir in Washington, Illinois. This location serves as a destination for trail running, mountain biking, and hiking, and also hosts longer endurance races. The race is set on a site that features approximately 15 miles of varied trail terrain.

The course at Farmdale Reservoir consists of multiple environment types and trail structures. Participants run through a combination of open stretches, tight singletrack paths, and ravines. The landscape includes sections of prairie and wooded areas. The trail design incorporates gravity dips and meandering paths that offer a mix of technical sections and flowing segments.

This event offers the following race distance:

  • 5 Miles

The race is held on a well-maintained trail system known for its diversity of terrain. This competition serves as the conclusion to the summer series, providing an opportunity for participants to run on a course that has historically hosted various trail events in the region. Registration for the event includes an option for a single race entry or a bundle. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 mi
Farmdale 5 Mile
5 mi
Farmdale 5 Mile Bundle
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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