Ondessonk Trail Race

The Hearts Desire 6-Hour Endurance Run is an exciting running event taking place at the Herrin Sports Complex in Herrin, Illinois. Participants will race on a flat, paved 1.3-mile loop course, aiming to complete the most laps within six hours. Awards will be presented to the top three overall finish..

The Red Cedar Trail Half Marathon and 38k takes place at Giant City State Park in Makanda, Illinois, offering a scenic and challenging course primarily on the Red Cedar Trail. Scheduled for May 24, 2025, the event features a half marathon and a 38k race, with a new second loop added for increased di..

The Shawnee Hills Trail Races, taking place on August 23-24, 2025, at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, IL, offers a variety of challenging distances including a 100-mile, 100K, 50K, and half marathon. Set in the picturesque Shawnee National Forest, participants will navigate a technical course featuring stu..

The Last Boyscout is a challenging Last Man Standing Race held at Ferne Clyffe State Park in Goreville, Illinois. Participants navigate a tough 4.167-mile loop that includes both trail and road sections, with significant elevation gain. The race format encourages endurance and resilience, as runners..

The Arrowhead Endurance Run, taking place on October 11-12, 2025, at Arrowhead Lake Campground in Johnston City, IL, features a variety of race options including a 24-hour race, 12-hour night run, 6-hour, and 3-hour events. The course consists of a certified 2.07-mile loop primarily made of gravel,..

The Tunnel Hill 100 & 50 Mile Runs, held in Vienna, Illinois, is a premier ultramarathon event featuring both 100-mile and 50-mile races. The course, renowned for its smooth, crushed limestone trail, offers a scenic route through the Tunnel Hill State Trail, including iconic tunnels and picturesque..