Ondessonk Trail Races
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Ozark, Illinois
- Price $23.07 - $55.16
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the 16th Annual Ondessonk Trail Races on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in the stunning Ozark region of Johnson! This year's event promises to be even more exciting with the introduction of two new races, including a scenic Half Marathon that takes runners through vibrant spring wildflowers and a family-friendly One-Mile Fun Run around the picturesque Lake Echon.
Participants can also challenge themselves in the 5K Run, as well as the unique Manchester 10K trail, each offering breathtaking views of Camp Ondessonk’s beautiful landscapes. The Half Marathon kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the Manchester 10K at 8:30 AM, and the 5K Run at 9:00 AM. Families can join in the fun at 10:00 AM for the One-Mile Fun Run. With competitive pricing and exciting awards for top finishers, this event is an ideal way to celebrate the beauty of nature and connect with the community. Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun!
Participants can also challenge themselves in the 5K Run, as well as the unique Manchester 10K trail, each offering breathtaking views of Camp Ondessonk’s beautiful landscapes. The Half Marathon kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the Manchester 10K at 8:30 AM, and the 5K Run at 9:00 AM. Families can join in the fun at 10:00 AM for the One-Mile Fun Run. With competitive pricing and exciting awards for top finishers, this event is an ideal way to celebrate the beauty of nature and connect with the community. Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your running shoes for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US AT CAMP ONDESSONK FOR OUR 16TH ANNUAL ONDESSONK TRAIL RACES!
WITH TWO NEW RACES THIS YEAR - A HALF MARATHON THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL SPRING WILDFLOWERS, AND A ONE-MILE FUN RUN THAT IS PERFECT FOR FAMILIES TO ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY!
One Mile Fun Run: Families can enjoy a run around our beautiful Lake Echon. All ages welcome.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 10:00 AM
* Pricing: $20
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
5k Run: Enjoy a beautiful 5k through Camp. All ages welcome.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 9:00 AM
* Pricing: $30 early bird registration until March 13; $35 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy
Manchester 10k: The Manchester 10k trail is a unique run through Camp's scenic trails.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 8:30 AM
* Pricing: $40 early bird registration until March 13; $50 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy
Half Marathon: Our half marathon is an exciting and challenging run through Camp's beautiful forests, canyons, and pastures.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 8:00 AM
* Pricing: $50 early bird registration until March 13; $75 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy
WITH TWO NEW RACES THIS YEAR - A HALF MARATHON THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL SPRING WILDFLOWERS, AND A ONE-MILE FUN RUN THAT IS PERFECT FOR FAMILIES TO ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY!
One Mile Fun Run: Families can enjoy a run around our beautiful Lake Echon. All ages welcome.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 10:00 AM
* Pricing: $20
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
5k Run: Enjoy a beautiful 5k through Camp. All ages welcome.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 9:00 AM
* Pricing: $30 early bird registration until March 13; $35 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy
Manchester 10k: The Manchester 10k trail is a unique run through Camp's scenic trails.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 8:30 AM
* Pricing: $40 early bird registration until March 13; $50 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy
Half Marathon: Our half marathon is an exciting and challenging run through Camp's beautiful forests, canyons, and pastures.
* Date: April 11, 2026
* Start Time: 8:00 AM
* Pricing: $50 early bird registration until March 13; $75 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after March 18 are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.16 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$55.16
Our half marathon is an exciting and challenging run through Camp's beautiful forests, canyons, and pastures. -
Manchester 10k
Incl. $4.46 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$44.46
The Manchester 10k trail is a unique run through Camp's scenic trails. -
5k Run
Incl. $3.77 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$33.77
Enjoy a beautiful 5k through Camp. All ages welcome. -
One-Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.07 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$23.07
Families can enjoy a run around our beautiful Lake Echon. All ages welcome.
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3760 Ondessonk Rd, Ozark, 62972, IL, United States
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