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Haunted Highlander Assault Trail Run

McHenry, United States • 3 Oct 2026

Haunted Highlander Assault Trail Run

The Haunted Highlander Assault Trail Run is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026, in McHenry, Illinois. The event is organized as a series of multiple heats, each covering a distance of 5 km. Each heat has a registration fee of $50 and the price increases after January 31, 2026.

Format and on-site features

Participants may run, walk, or ruck along a trail that includes haunted sets, animatronics, and actors. After the trail, the event offers a costume contest, a bonfire, live entertainment, and food options. Additional event information is available through the Highlander Assault website.

Location

The event location is listed as 1911 W. Fernview Ln., McHenry, IL 60051, USA. Directions are provided via standard mapping services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois McHenry

Race information

Website Registration
5 km
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