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Potawatomi Trail Runs

Name: Potawatomi Trail Runs
Start: 2025-04-10
End: 2025-04-13
Location: Pekin

Pekin, United States • 10-13 Apr 2025

The Potawatomi Trail Runs, taking place from April 10 to 13, 2025, in Pekin, Illinois, offers a variety of ultra-distance races including 200, 150, 100, 50, 30, and 10-mile options. The course features a challenging 10-mile loop with single track dirt paths, creek crossings, and rolling hills, providing a scenic experience for participants. Runners can expect well-stocked aid stations every five miles and camping facilities for those wishing to stay on-site. All finishers receive medals, and specific distance finishers earn additional awards. The event emphasizes community and support, welcoming pacers and crew members to assist participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Pekin

Race information

Registration

200 mi

200 Miler

150 mi

150 Miler

100 mi

100 Miler

50 mi

50 Miler

30 mi

30 Miler

10 mi

10 Miler

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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