The Universal Sole December Trail Challenge

Saturday, December 12, 2026

10:00 AM CST

Chicago, Illinois

$43.40 · 1 race

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting outdoor adventure at The Universal Sole December Trail Challenge on Saturday, December 12, 2026! Set in the scenic Schiller Woods on the Far Northside of Chicago, this 4.5-mile trail race is perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels looking to break away from the pavement and immerse themselves in nature. With a race start time of 10 AM, participants can look forward to a fun and laid-back atmosphere where both seasoned trail runners and beginners can thrive.

The course features a delightful mix of single and double track trails, with a flat off-road surface made up of crushed limestone, rocks, and roots, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone. Plus, if the weather cooperates, a little mud will add an extra layer of excitement to the challenge! So gather your friends and family for a memorable day of trail running in one of Chicago's most beautiful wooded areas. Join us for the Universal Sole December Trail Challenge and make lasting memories while enjoying the great outdoors!

Races

The Universal Sole December Trail Challenge - 4.5 Miles

Incl. $3.40 Fee & Custom Running Trucker Hat

We will be headed back to the Far Northside of Chicago and Schiller Woods! This is the original USOLE Trail Challenge course and location and we love this place! A great location very close to the city, but has the great trails and scenery of the woods in beautiful Schiller Woods. The trail will be a flatter off road course with crushed limestone, rocks & roots to run over. A nice blend of single and double track will satisfy all levels of trail runners! If we get a little rain, the course will have some mud section which will make it even more fun! Come out and run in our original USOLE Trail Challenge location!

10:00 AM CST

$43.40

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Organiser's description

THE USOLE DECEMBER TRAIL CHALLENGE - 4.5 MILES
DECEMBER 12, 2026 @ 10AM

RACE START IS 10AM - Trail running has always been in our USOLE DNA! We were the first running store in Chicago to bring trail racing to the Chicago running community. These trail races are great courses for folks wanting to get off the roads and enjoy some of our beautiful trails, but not have to be an expert trail runner to get to the finish. Our trail races are very laid back and great fun for the entire family, making it fun & easy for all! The USOLE Trail Challenge is great for people of all ages and all abilities looking to change up the running routine and get off the roads!

TRAIL RACE LOCATION - We will be headed back to the Far Northside of Chicago and Schiller Woods! This is the original USOLE Trail Challenge course and location and we love this place! A great location very close to the city, but has the great trails and scenery of the woods in beautiful Schiller Woods. The trail will be a flatter off road course with crushed limestone, rocks & roots to run over. A nice blend of single and double track will satisfy all levels of trail runners! If we get a little rain, the course will have some mud section which will make it even more fun! Come out and run in our original USOLE Trail Challenge location!