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Fall Trail Classic - Marengo, IL

Marengo, United States • 4 Oct 2025

The Fall Trail Classic 2.0 is a trail running event held at Marengo Ridge Conservation Area in Marengo, Illinois. It features two races on the same day: a 4-mile run through oak and hickory woodlands, small stream bridges, and restored prairie trails, and a 7-mile run that includes the 4-mile loop plus an additional 2.6 miles on the Kelly Hertel Nature Trail. Runners can also take on the Distance Challenge by completing both races for a total of 11 miles. Each participant receives a performance race shirt. Proceeds benefit Salute, Inc., a local organization supporting veterans and their families. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Marengo

Race information

Registration
11 mi
Fall Trail 2.0 Distance Challenge, 4+7 Mile Runs
7 mi
Fall Trail 2.0, 7 Mile Run
4 mi
Fall Trail 2.0, 4 Mile Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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