Crystal Lake
Trail Running Calendar near Crystal Lake 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Crystal Lake for 2026-2027! We've gathered 33 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A 3-mile cross-country race at the MacNider course in Schaumburg on November 8, 2026, with separate women's and men's races, optional team scoring, pre-race packet pickup, and a $25 registration fee.
On 11/14/2026 the Abominable Trail Race at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures offers 5K, 10K, 15K and 30K courses plus 2, 3 or 4 person 30K relays on forest trails, with water stations, race shirt, finisher medal and free action photos.
December 2026
A Canicross-focused trail event at Lake Geneva with 4- and 8-mile loop options, basic aid, and dog-specific awards.
January 2027
Winter trail race in Crystal Lake with a hilly single-track 10K loop and a 50K made of five laps, staffed aid stations, finisher medals, and age-group awards.
A winter trail series at Dick Young Forest Preserve in Batavia featuring 5K, 8K, and 10K races on separate dates in early 2027, with combined registration and a series swag reward program.
A winter obstacle race at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures on January 30, 2027 offering distances from a kids loop to a 20K Yeti Challenge; fun heats allow optional obstacles while a competitive division awards cash prizes. All in-person finishers r..
February 2027
Trail races at Oakhurst Forest Preserve in Aurora, Illinois, the series includes 5K, 8K, and 10K events in early 2027 with a single registration and series swag rewards; the 8K fee is $65.00.
March 2027
A 10K trail race at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center in St. Charles, IL with a $70 entry fee. The race is part of a winter series that also includes a 5K and 8K and uses a single registration page.
April 2027
Trail races in Crystal Lake, Illinois on a 5.2 mile loop offering 50k, 15 mile and 5 mile options through single track, prairie and pine forest.
May 2027
Flat out and back half marathon and 10K on the limestone Great Western Trail with a 25 plus year history and proceeds supporting local mental health charities.
July 2027
Kishwauketoe 5K Run / Walk in Williams Bay featured a main 5K and a kids quarter mile, drew 280 finishers, and proceeded after volunteers cleared storm debris.