Buffalo Trace Trail Race
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Mahomet, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of adventure at the Buffalo Trace Trail Race on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, located at the beautiful Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve in Mahomet, Champaign. Kicking off at 9 AM, this exhilarating race features a stunning 5-mile trail that winds through picturesque wooded areas and vibrant prairies, making it a perfect challenge for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.
Participants can enjoy the thrill of the race while knowing that a portion of the proceeds, along with any donations, will benefit the Forest Preserve Friends Foundation. Online registration is open, so secure your spot today! Please note that parking is available at Mahomet-Seymour High School, with a short walk to the race start/finish area. Be sure to join the fun and consider volunteering to support this fantastic community event, as it takes a team to make the Buffalo Trace Trail Race a success!
Participants can enjoy the thrill of the race while knowing that a portion of the proceeds, along with any donations, will benefit the Forest Preserve Friends Foundation. Online registration is open, so secure your spot today! Please note that parking is available at Mahomet-Seymour High School, with a short walk to the race start/finish area. Be sure to join the fun and consider volunteering to support this fantastic community event, as it takes a team to make the Buffalo Trace Trail Race a success!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Buffalo Trace Trail Race at the Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve on Saturday, May 9th, 2026. Race starts at 9 am.
The Buffalo Trace Trail Race is a Second Wind Running Club race and is part of the Second Wind Running Club race circuit.
The Buffalo Trace Trail Race takes you through the approximate 5-mile trail at the Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve. You will run on wooded trails and through the prairie. Online registration is available through race day. A percentage of the proceeds and all donations from the race will be donated to the Forest Preserve Friends Foundation.
PARKING IS ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE MAHOMET-SEYMOUR HIGH SCHOOL (302 W STATE ST., MAHOMET).
THE RACE START/FINISH IS A SHORT WALK NORTH OF THE HIGH SCHOOL TO THE LAKE OF THE WOODS FOREST PRESERVE WEST PARKING LOT OFF CROWLEY ROAD.
Pets and running strollers are not permitted in the race.
Packet pickup will take place on race day from 730-845am in the parking lot of Mahomet-Seymour High School.
Please consider volunteering! A successful race needs more than runners, so click on the volunteer link for a list of tasks where you can help.
The Buffalo Trace Trail Race is a Second Wind Running Club race and is part of the Second Wind Running Club race circuit.
The Buffalo Trace Trail Race takes you through the approximate 5-mile trail at the Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve. You will run on wooded trails and through the prairie. Online registration is available through race day. A percentage of the proceeds and all donations from the race will be donated to the Forest Preserve Friends Foundation.
PARKING IS ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE MAHOMET-SEYMOUR HIGH SCHOOL (302 W STATE ST., MAHOMET).
THE RACE START/FINISH IS A SHORT WALK NORTH OF THE HIGH SCHOOL TO THE LAKE OF THE WOODS FOREST PRESERVE WEST PARKING LOT OFF CROWLEY ROAD.
Pets and running strollers are not permitted in the race.
Packet pickup will take place on race day from 730-845am in the parking lot of Mahomet-Seymour High School.
Please consider volunteering! A successful race needs more than runners, so click on the volunteer link for a list of tasks where you can help.
Races
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Buffalo Trace Trail Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 10 APR
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