Kennekuk Road Runners - Siberian Express Trail Race
- Date Sat 2nd January 2027
- Time 11:00AM CST
- Location Oakwood, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 44th Annual Kennekuk Road Runners - Siberian Express Trail Race, taking place on Saturday, January 2, 2027, at the scenic Kickapoo State Recreation Area in Oakwood, Vermilion. This exciting trail race features a challenging 7.45-mile course that is 95% trail, leading participants through picturesque woods where they will navigate steep hills, cross creeks and bridges, and possibly encounter some local wildlife along the way.
Race day registration opens from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM for just $50 (cash or check only), and participants can pick up their race packets, including bibs, shirts, and pins, prior to the 11:00 AM start time. With a race time limit of two hours, runners are encouraged to push their limits while enjoying the beautiful winter scenery. Please remember to pack your race day essentials, as there will be no aid stations on the course. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure and embrace the thrill of the Siberian Express Trail Race!
Race day registration opens from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM for just $50 (cash or check only), and participants can pick up their race packets, including bibs, shirts, and pins, prior to the 11:00 AM start time. With a race time limit of two hours, runners are encouraged to push their limits while enjoying the beautiful winter scenery. Please remember to pack your race day essentials, as there will be no aid stations on the course. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure and embrace the thrill of the Siberian Express Trail Race!
Organiser's Description
44TH ANNUAL KENNEKUK ROAD RUNNERS - SIBERIAN EXPRESS TRAIL RACE EST. 1984
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.
LOCATION:
KICKAPOO STATE RECREATION AREA TAKE I-74 TO EXIT 210 AND FOLLOW THE SIGNS TO THE PARK. ADDRESS IS: 10906 KICKAPOO PARK RD, OAKWOOD IL 61858.
alarm clock START TIMES: 11:00 am
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.
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 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 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.
LOCATION:
KICKAPOO STATE RECREATION AREA TAKE I-74 TO EXIT 210 AND FOLLOW THE SIGNS TO THE PARK. ADDRESS IS: 10906 KICKAPOO PARK RD, OAKWOOD IL 61858.
alarm clock START TIMES: 11:00 am
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.
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 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 2nd January 2027 (11:00AM CST)
$43.40
OPENS 06 NOV
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