The Forge Trail Run Festival

Lemont, United States • 15 Nov 2025

The Forge Trail Run Festival is an exciting trail running event scheduled for November 15, 2025, in Lemont, Illinois. Participants can choose from four race distances: 10K, 20K (Half Marathon), 30K, and 60K, all set against the scenic backdrop of The Forge and the historic Lemont Quarries. The courses feature a mix of single and double-track trails, offering a moderately challenging experience for both seasoned and novice trail runners. Each race will have a common start and finish line, with unique lap structures for different distances. Finishers will receive swag, including hats and tote bags. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

60 km
60k
30 km
30k
20 km
20k (half Marathon)
10 km
10k
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