Chupacabra Trail Races

Dixon, United States • 8 Aug 2026

Chupacabra Trail Races - Dixon, IL

Chupacabra Trail Races takes place on August 8, 2026, in Dixon, Illinois, at 1312 Washington Avenue. The event is organized by Meadows Monster and offers multiple race options on a looped trail course.

Distances include:

  • 15 Miler
  • 15 Miler Relay (3-person teams)
  • 10 Miler
  • 5 Miler

The route is a roughly 5-mile loop; the number of laps determines each race distance. Surfaces include grass, gravel, and dirt. About 30% of the course is single track, with the remainder at least 15 feet wide.

There is one aid station at the start/finish that will provide water and assorted snacks. Participants may bring personal supplies and use drop bags or leave belongings at the start/finish. A post-race snack will be provided.

Entry fees are $35 for standard registration, $40 day of, $105 for relay teams, and $120 day of for relay teams. Registration closes Thu, Aug 6 at 11:59PM CT. All participants receive a tee. Day of adjustments to lap counts are allowed and verified at check-in for timing purposes.

Awards are given to the top three male and top three female finishers for each distance, plus the top relay team. Registrations are non-refundable and not transferable to other participants or future events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 mi
15 Miler Relay
15 mi
15 Miler
10 mi
10 Miler
5 mi
5 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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