Lemont
Trail Running Calendar near Lemont 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Lemont for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Looped trail races at Deer Grove Forest Preserve in October 2026 offering 5 mile, 25K and 50K distances with aid stations, prize money, and a grassroots community atmosphere.
November 2026
A 3 mile cross country event in Schaumburg on November 8, 2026 with separate men's and women's races and an optional team competition.
Trail races at Wolf Road Woods on November 21, 2026 with 8 mile and 4 mile options, shirts, finish-line chili and brews, plus awards and a post-race raffle.
A chip timed 2.5 mile cross country Turkey Trot in Orland Park on Thanksgiving morning, with race shirts, a raffle, and prize turkeys for top finishers.
A cross country event at Gaelic Park in Oak Forest on November 29, 2026 offering a 5K run and a 1.5 mile walk with proceeds to Gaelic Park Charities.
December 2026
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.
January 2027
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.
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
Mudhen 5k Trail Run at Big Marsh Park in Chicago on March 13, 2027, is a 5K trail run with a course map; registration is listed as $0.00.
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.
May 2027
A flat out and back half marathon and 10K on the limestone Great Western Trail organized by Fox River Trail Runners with proceeds for local mental health charities.
Trail marathon and 10 mile on Sag Valley Trail through Cap Sauers Nature Preserve with wide horse trail, multiple aid stations, and notable elevation.
Looped trail endurance event in Wolf Road Woods offering 7 or 11 hours on a four mile singletrack with an aid station stocked with hot dogs and pixie sticks.
June 2027
Trail races at Waubonsee Community College on June 12, 2027 featuring chip timed 5K and 10K options, packet pickup choices, live results, and awards for the fastest female and male finishers.
September 2027
Both in person and virtual races in Wheaton, IL on September 11, 2027 offer half marathon and 10K distances with separate registration windows.
A family-friendly 5K at Danada Forest Preserve supporting Inside Out Club, open to kids ages 4+, with a kids fun run, team and individual awards.