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Trail Running Calendar near Lake County 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Lake County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 9 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026
Oct
10
Sa

Des Plaines River Trail Races

Trail Run 13 mi 26 mi 50 km 50 mi
Trail races on the Des Plaines River Trail in Lake County, Illinois offering half, marathon, 50K and 50 mile distances on a flat crushed gravel course.
Oct
10
Sa

Second Mile Fun Run & Walk

Trail Run 2 mi
A community fundraiser on October 10, 2026 at Petrifying Springs Park benefiting Rey de Reyes Ministry, with in-person trail distances and a virtual participation option.
November 2026
Nov
7
Sa

Bristol Woods Trail Run

Trail Run 5 km
A trail event at Pringle Nature Center on November 7, 2026 offering a 5K run and 2 mile walk with fees supporting environmental education.
Nov
8
Su

Fast Track Cross Country

Trail Run 3 mi
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.
Nov
14
Sa

Nikki Cozzi-Carso Scholarship 5K

Road Race Trail Run 5 km
A scenic 5K in Deer Grove on November 14, 2026 that welcomes runners, walkers and canicross teams while raising funds for a local scholarship.
Nov
14
Sa

Feral Nonsense

Trail Run 3 mi 6 mi 9 mi
Trail laps in Harms Woods North offering 3, 6 and 9 mile options with an aid station each lap, organized by Cussing Runner on November 14, 2026.
Nov
28
Sa

Midwest XC Championships

Trail Run 3 km 5 km
Regional cross country meets in Kenosha WI on November 28, 2026, with high school championship 5Ks, a youth 3K, and an open 5K; top 10 advance to Brooks XC Nationals.
December 2026
Dec
12
Sa

The Universal Sole December Trail Challenge

Trail Run 5 mi
December 12 2026 trail race in Schiller Woods Chicago, a 4.5 mile off-road course with on-site water, post-race chili and brews, plus age group and overall awards.
April 2027
Apr
24
Sa

Childish Nonsense

Trail Run 6 mi 25 km 50 km 50 mi
Looped trail event at Deer Grove Forest Preserve in Palatine with distances from 5.5 miles to 50 miles and an aid station every 5.5 miles.
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