Frozen Cock's Crow 5k

Charleston, United States • 14 Feb 2026

Frozen Cock's Crow 5K : Event details

The event takes place on February 14, 2026, at Willenborg Woods in Charleston, Illinois. The course distance is 5K (3.1 miles). The venue address is 17737 East Co Road 380N. Registration closes before the event.

Course and logistics

The trail course is technical and set on named paths through winter woods. Total elevation gain exceeds 900 feet across multiple peaks and valleys. Notable climbs include "Stairway to Heaven," a 121-foot ascent over 0.19 miles at an 11.9% grade, "Wagon's East" at an 11.2% grade, and "Billy Goat Gruff" at a 12.4% grade. A stream crossing is reported on the route. The course is fully marked and supported by the local trail community. Organizers advise trail shoes and layered clothing appropriate for winter conditions. A post-race celebration is part of the event. The landowner maintains and builds the trails on the property. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

3 mi
900 m+
3.1 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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