Galena Trail Run
Mountain-Style Trail Running in the Driftless Region of Illinois.
Race day
3
Oct 2026
Mountain-Style Trail Running in the Driftless Region of Illinois.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Saturday 3 October 2026Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start time | 08:00 local (America/Chicago)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Distances | 50K · Full Marathon · Half MarathonCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Location | Galena, Illinois, United StatesCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start area | Eagle Ridge Resort, 444 Eagle Ridge Dr, Galena, IL 61036Confirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $60–$110Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Course | Trail · LoopCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 450 mCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 1,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Galena Trail RunCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Official website | galenatrailrun.comOrganizer · 24 May 2026 | Organizer | 24 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 24 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 24 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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Challenging Driftless Region trail running with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options at Eagle Ridge Resort.
Is this race a fit?
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Best For
Runners comparing trail race options
Galena Trail Run belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing 50K, Full Marathon, Half Marathon options around Galena, Illinois, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
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Decision Signal
Good choice only after source confirmation
Galena Trail Run should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Galena, Illinois, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with trail surface, loop course, 450 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Galena Trail Run is currently listed for October 3, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Galena, Illinois, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include trail surface, loop course, 450 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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