Buffalo Trace Trail Race

  • Date Sat 9th May 2026
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Mahomet, Illinois
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Buffalo Trace Trail Race on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve in Mahomet, Champaign. This exciting event kicks off at 9 am and features an approximately 5-mile trail course that winds through beautiful wooded areas and open prairies, perfect for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic newcomers.

Join fellow running enthusiasts as you tackle the scenic trails while supporting a great causeβ€”proceeds from the race will benefit the Forest Preserve Friends Foundation. With online registration available up to race day, you won't want to miss out on this opportunity to compete for awards in various age categories, including top male and female finishers. Remember, parking is conveniently located at Mahomet-Seymour High School, with a short walk to the race start. Whether you're racing or volunteering, come be part of this vibrant community event and celebrate the joy of running!

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.

Packet pickup will take place on race day from 730-845am in the NW corner of the parking lot of Mahomet-Seymour High School along Crowley Road. PACKET PICKUP WILL CLOSE PROMPTLY AT 845AM.

There will be an award for top male and top female, along with a small prize for each age group winner (male and female). Age groups are 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.

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.

PETS AND RUNNING STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE RACE.

Races

  • Buffalo Trace Trail Race

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $32.80

    CLOSED

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1000 N. Crowley Road, Mahomet, 61853, IL, United States

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