Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness

  • Date Sat 12th September 2026
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Oakwood, Illinois
  • Price $38.10 - $43.40
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure at the 46th Annual Wild Wild Wilderness event, taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the scenic Kickapoo State Recreation Area in Oakwood, Vermilion. This exciting race offers two thrilling distances: a challenging 7.45-mile trail run and a fun 5K, perfect for runners of all levels.

Experience the beauty of nature as you navigate through 95% trail terrain, tackling steep hills, crossing creeks, and possibly catching a glimpse of local wildlife. The race starts at 9:00 AM for the 7.45-mile distance and 9:15 AM for the 5K, with registration open from 8:00 to 8:45 AM on race day. Don't miss out on this chance to participate in a vibrant community event that promises both challenge and fun. Plus, if you're looking to extend your stay, Kickapoo State Recreation Area offers great camping facilities for an adventure-filled weekend. Sign up today and be part of this exhilarating experience!

Organiser's Description

46TH ANNUAL WILD WILD WILDERNESS EST. 1981



RACE DAY REGISTRATION
RACE DAY SIGN-UPS ARE AVAILABLE ONSITE FROM 8:00 TO 8:45

AM.
COST: $40 (5K) OR $45 (7.45 MILE) 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/95011 [https://runsignup.com/Race/OnSiteReg/95011]



PACKET PICKUP:

PACKET WILL INCLUDE YOUR BIB, SHIRT AND PINS AND CAN BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY FROM 8:00 AM TO 8:45 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.



RACE TIME LIMIT: NONE JUST HAVE FUN

ALARM CLOCK START TIMES:
5K: 9:15

7.45 MILE: 9:00



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:

THERE WILL BE ONE AID STATION APPROXIMATELY 2 MILES INTO THE COURSE AND ANOTHER RIGHT AFTER 4 MILES. THE AID STATIONS WILL BE SUPPLIED WITH LIQUID HYDRATION.





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

KICKAPOO HAS TWO MAJOR CAMPGROUNDS FOR TENT AND TRAILER CAMPING WITH 184 SITES. ABOUT HALF OF THE SITES HAVE ELECTRICAL HOOKUPS. TWO SHOWER BUILDINGS AND A SANITARY DUMP STATION ARE AVAILABLE. A LIMITED NUMBER OF WALK IN SITES ARE AVAILABLE FOR PRIMITIVE CAMPERS, BUT SEVERAL CAMPSITES CAN BE RESERVED BY WRITING THE SITE OR BY APPLYING IN PERSON. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO: HTTPS://DNR.ILLINOIS.GOV/PARKS/PARK.KICKAPOO.HTML OR CALL 217-442-4915

Races

  • Wild Wilderness 5K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt / Ladies Tank

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:15AM CDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS 30 OCT
    The 5K run is a rustic trail that wraps around clear pond and takes you down spooky hollow and up the steps to 7. Follow the signs for the Clear (Pond) Trail.
  • Wild Wild Wilderness 7.45

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt / Ladies Tank

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $43.40

    OPENS 30 OCT
    The 7.45 mile course, which is 95% trail, 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 deer and other wildlife. This is a scenic and challenging run.

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Location

10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood, 61858, IL, United States

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