The Forge Trail Run Festival

Lemont, United States • 15 Nov 2025

The Forge Trail Run Festival, scheduled for November 15, 2025, in Lemont, IL, features a variety of trail running events including 10K, 20K (Half Marathon), 30K, and 60K races. Participants will navigate single and double-track trails through scenic woods and gravel paths around the historic Lemont Quarries and I&M Canal. The courses are designed to challenge runners with variable terrain, making it suitable for both experienced and novice trail runners. Each race has a common start and finish line, and awards will be given to top finishers in each category. 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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