Shake Your Trail Feather Trail Run

Charleston, United States • 18 Oct 2025

Shake Your Trail Feather Trail Run takes place at Willenborg Woods in Charleston, Illinois, offering four distances: 50K, 16-mile, 8-mile, and 5K to suit a range of trail runners. The course uses true trail terrain with single-track paths through timber, grassy riverside segments, creeks, and hills, delivering technical challenges and scenic vistas. The atmosphere is intimate and grass-roots, supported by full course marking and a dedicated trail community. A post-race celebration honors all finishers, reflecting a welcoming, family-friendly vibe. Hosted by trail enthusiasts who maintain the trails themselves, the event blends serious challenge with community-focused fun. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
16 mi
16 Miler
8 mi
8 Miler
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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