Chicago - Trail Running Festival
About this race
What is this race?
A premier trail running experience built for runners who want more than pavement and predictable miles. This event is designed to challenge runners across a variety of distances, including the 5K, 10K, 10K Ruck, 20K, 30K, and 50K. Each course features elevation changes, rugged terrain, and an unforgettable race-day atmosphere unlike anything else in the region.
Whether you're tackling your first trail race or taking on an ultramarathon, every distance offers an opportunity to test your endurance, strength, and grit while experiencing some of the best trails the region has to offer.
What You Get:
- A premium Trail Running Festival Tee for ALL DISTANCES
- 1st place male/female trophy for ALL DISTANCES
- 50K Finishers - "50K" Inscription on back of medal
- 50K last place - dfl "dead freakin" last trophy
- 10K RUCK - Ruck Patch
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I have to run the whole time?
Nope. Walking is allowed, as long as you finish before the cutoff time. But some courses are rugged, and time can sneak up on you.
What happens if I don’t finish in time?
Runners who do not finish their distance before the cutoff time get marked at DNF (Did not Finish) status on the race results.
Are these trail races or road?
Every race is on trail terrain — dirt, rocks, roots, and elevation. Sometimes some pavement and gravel.
What's the ruck weight requirement?
- If you weigh more than 150 lbs = 30 lb. Ruck
- If you weigh less than 150 lbs = 20 lb. Ruck
- Ruck sack or vest allowed
Are there aid stations?
Yes. There will be stations with water, basic hydration, and snacks along the course. This is a cupless event — bring your own bottle or hydration system.
What should I bring?
Trail shoes, hydration system, layers (weather dependent), fuel between loops, and grit.
Is this for beginners?
Yes. We welcome runners of all experience levels. With distances ranging from 5K to 50K, there's a challenge for everyone—from first-time trail runners to seasoned veterans.
More Information/Policies/FAQ
For more detailed information, including the course map, other event info, and aid stations, please visit www.TexasOutlawRunning.com
For Policies regarding event communication, refunds/credits, discounts, ensuring race shirts/swag, lower entry prices, and changing distance, visit our Policies Page.
For other questions, please make sure to look at our Frequently Asked Questions page before contacting us. If the answer is on that page, we may not respond. You can contact us by visiting our website.
Pick your distance
Trail running
5K
10K
20K
30K
50K
Running
10K RUCK
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Beecher, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:28 AM and sets at 7:05 PM local time (CDT) in Beecher on September 12, 2026 — 12h 37m of daylight.
Course
No course map published yet.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 3 Beecher events
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