Fall Trail Classic 2.0

Saturday, October 4, 2025 Past event
7:30 AM CDT
Marengo, Illinois
Free–$55.00 · 4 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor fun at the Fall Trail Classic 2.0 on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, held at the picturesque Marengo Ridge Conservation Area in McHenry. This exciting event features two fantastic race options: a scenic 4-mile trail run starting at 8:30 AM and a challenging 7-mile race kicking off at 10:00 AM. For the ultimate thrill-seekers, the 2.0 Distance Challenge invites participants to conquer both races for a total of 11 miles, pushing your limits while enjoying the stunning landscapes of oak and hickory woodlands along with beautiful rolling prairies.

Whether you choose to tackle the 4-mile loop, which offers charming views and small stream bridges, or the extended 7-mile course that includes an additional 2.6 miles through the Kelly Hertel Nature Trail, you're guaranteed an unforgettable experience. All runners will receive a fun giveaway and place medals as a reward for their efforts. Plus, your participation supports Salute, Inc., a local organization dedicated to aiding veterans and their families. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy nature, challenge yourself, and support a great cause!

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Races

  • Fall Trail 2.0, 4 Mile Run

    Incl. Custom cooling sports towel with Fall Trail Classic 2.0 imprint!

    4 mile trail run

    8:30 AM CDT

    $30.00

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  • Fall Trail 2.0, 7 Mile Run

    Incl. Custom cooling sports towel with Fall Trail Classic 2.0 imprint!

    7 mile trail run

    10:00 AM CDT

    $40.00

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  • Fall Trail 2.0 DISTANCE CHALLENGE, 4+7 Mile Runs

    Incl. Custom cooling sports towel with Fall Trail Classic 2.0 imprint!

    Both 4 and 7 mile trail runs.

    8:30 AM CDT

    $55.00

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  • Volunteer

    MULTIPLE Opportunities. Packet pickup, water stations, road crossings, treat stations, etc. Please stay for as long as you can, but if you're only able to stay for part, that is greatly appreciated also! There will be a volunteer point of contact on race day to make it a breeze.

    7:30 AM CDT

    Free

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Organiser's description

Join us for another fun Fall Trail Classic 2.0! Held again at Marengo Ridge Conservation Area, you won't want to miss this! All participants receive a fun new giveaway and place medals.

Why 2.0? Two races in a fun, same day format! The 4 mile trail run starts at 8:30AM, the 7 mile race shortly after at 10:00AM. You can also do the 2.0 Distance Challenge and run BOTH the races for a combined score!

If choosing to complete only the 4 mile loop, you'll find yourself traveling through oak and hickory woodlands, over small stream bridges, and finishing through the beautifully restored woodland and prairie trail. A combination of forest trail and beautiful rolling prairie. Choosing only this race, runners will need to arrive for the 8:30AM start.

Choosing only the 7 mile loop will include all of the beauty of the 4 mile, along with 2.6 miles through the Kelly Hertel Nature Trail. Choosing only this race, runners will need to arrive for the 10:00AM start.

Are you down for the distance challenge!? Complete both distances for a total of 11 miles for an opportunity to push yourself to the max! You will run the 4mile race promptly at 8:30AM, then at 10:30AM runners will take off from the same start line and follow the 4mile loop again... but this time you'll branch off to include the Kelly Hertel Nature Trail! If completing the DISTANCE CHALLENGE, you will arrive to begin you races at the 8:30AM start.

Proceeds from this series will benefit Salute, Inc. a local veteran's organization out of Arlington Heights that are providing local, and worldwide support to veterans and their families. Please visit their website to explore this organization and all they have, and continue, to accomplish in their 20+ years in operation.

Salute, Inc. Assisting the needs of injured military service members, veterans and their families. https://www.saluteinc.org/

Packet pick up will be day of at race location beginning at 7am

Location

2411 N Rt 23, Marengo, 60152, IL, United States

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