43rd Annual Kennekuk Road Runners - Siberian Express Trail Race Est. 1984
- Date Sat 3rd January 2026
- Time 11:00AM CST
- Location Oakwood, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the 43rd Annual Kennekuk Road Runners - Siberian Express Trail Race on Saturday, January 3, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Oakwood, Vermilion, this unique race features a challenging 7.45-mile trail course that is 95% off-road. Runners will navigate through breathtaking woods, tackle steep hills, and cross creeks and bridges, making for an unforgettable experience in nature.
Registration for the event will take place onsite from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM, costing $50 (cash or check only). Be sure to pick up your race packet during this time, which includes your bib, shirt, and pins at the Kickapoo State Park Maintenance Building. As this is a winter race, participants should come prepared, as there will be no aid stations along the course. Donβt miss out on this chance to connect with fellow runners and enjoy the beauty of winter trails!
Registration for the event will take place onsite from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM, costing $50 (cash or check only). Be sure to pick up your race packet during this time, which includes your bib, shirt, and pins at the Kickapoo State Park Maintenance Building. As this is a winter race, participants should come prepared, as there will be no aid stations along the course. Donβt miss out on this chance to connect with fellow runners and enjoy the beauty of winter trails!
Organiser's Description
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Race day sign-ups are available onsite from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM.
Cost: $50 (cash or check only) please make checks payable to KRR.
Race day registration does not include a race shirt or sweatshirt.
Want to save time? https://runsignup.com/Race/OnSiteReg/101955
PACKET PICKUP:
PACKET WILL INCLUDE YOUR BIB, SHIRT AND PINS AND CAN BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY FROM 9:30 AM TO 10:45 AM. THE LOCATION FOR PICKUP IS AT KICKAPOO STATE PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING.
COURSE OVERVIEW:
THE 7.45-MILE COURSE IS 95% TRAIL, AND HEADS EAST OUT OF THE PARK BEFORE TURNING INTO THE WOODS, WHERE THE ADVENTURE REALLY BEGINS. YOU WILL CLIMB AND DESCEND STEEP HILLS, CROSS CREEKS AND BRIDGES, AND IF YOU ARE LUCKY, SEE SOME DEE AND OTHER WILDLIFE. THIS IS A SCENIC AND CHALLENGING RUN.
RESCUE WORKERS HELMETRESCUE WORKERS HELMET AID STATIONS:
DUE TO THE WEATHER AND TIME OF YEAR THERE ARE NO AID STATIONS ON THIS COURSE SO PACK YOUR RACE DAY ESSENTIALS ACCORDINGLY.
RACE TIME LIMIT:
THE COURSE OFFICIALLY CLOSES AT 1:00 PM. PARTICIPANTS FINISHING AFTER THIS TIME WILL NOT RECEIVE A FINISHER AWARD AND WILL CONTINUE AT THEIR OWN RISK. TO EARN YOUR FINISHER AWARD, BE SURE TO CROSS THE LINE BEFORE THENAFTER THAT, YOURE WELCOME TO CONTINUE, BUT SUPPORT WILL BE LIMITED.
RACE DAY REGULATION REMINDERS:
NO BANDITS . NO RADIOS OR HEADPHONES. NO STROLLERS . NO DOGS
NO AWARDS OR SHIRTS MAILED
CROSS MARK NO REFUNDS OR BIB TRANSFERS
MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN DRAWING
CAMPING UPDATE
Please note: Camping is not available at Kickapoo State Recreation Area during this time of year. Plan accordingly and explore nearby lodging options if you're staying overnight!
Race day sign-ups are available onsite from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM.
Cost: $50 (cash or check only) please make checks payable to KRR.
Race day registration does not include a race shirt or sweatshirt.
Want to save time? https://runsignup.com/Race/OnSiteReg/101955
PACKET PICKUP:
PACKET WILL INCLUDE YOUR BIB, SHIRT AND PINS AND CAN BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY FROM 9:30 AM TO 10:45 AM. THE LOCATION FOR PICKUP IS AT KICKAPOO STATE PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING.
COURSE OVERVIEW:
THE 7.45-MILE COURSE IS 95% TRAIL, AND HEADS EAST OUT OF THE PARK BEFORE TURNING INTO THE WOODS, WHERE THE ADVENTURE REALLY BEGINS. YOU WILL CLIMB AND DESCEND STEEP HILLS, CROSS CREEKS AND BRIDGES, AND IF YOU ARE LUCKY, SEE SOME DEE AND OTHER WILDLIFE. THIS IS A SCENIC AND CHALLENGING RUN.
RESCUE WORKERS HELMETRESCUE WORKERS HELMET AID STATIONS:
DUE TO THE WEATHER AND TIME OF YEAR THERE ARE NO AID STATIONS ON THIS COURSE SO PACK YOUR RACE DAY ESSENTIALS ACCORDINGLY.
RACE TIME LIMIT:
THE COURSE OFFICIALLY CLOSES AT 1:00 PM. PARTICIPANTS FINISHING AFTER THIS TIME WILL NOT RECEIVE A FINISHER AWARD AND WILL CONTINUE AT THEIR OWN RISK. TO EARN YOUR FINISHER AWARD, BE SURE TO CROSS THE LINE BEFORE THENAFTER THAT, YOURE WELCOME TO CONTINUE, BUT SUPPORT WILL BE LIMITED.
RACE DAY REGULATION REMINDERS:
NO BANDITS . NO RADIOS OR HEADPHONES. NO STROLLERS . NO DOGS
NO AWARDS OR SHIRTS MAILED
CROSS MARK NO REFUNDS OR BIB TRANSFERS
MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN DRAWING
CAMPING UPDATE
Please note: Camping is not available at Kickapoo State Recreation Area during this time of year. Plan accordingly and explore nearby lodging options if you're staying overnight!
Races
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Siberian Express
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Shirt Options
Sat 3rd January 2026 (11:00AM CST)
$43.40
OPENS 19 OCT
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