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Galena Trail Run

Mountain-Style Trail Running in the Driftless Region of Illinois

Challenging Driftless Region trail running with 50K, marathon, and half marathon options at Eagle Ridge Resort.

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Race date: October 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM.

Key facts

DateOctober 3, 2026
LocationGalena, Illinois, United States
Events50K, Full Marathon, Half Marathon
Official sourceRegistration and official site
Listing statusVerified

About

The Galena Trail Run at Eagle Ridge Resort offers some of the most challenging and scenic trail running in Illinois. Set in the rugged Driftless Region with rolling hills and mature forest, the race features 50K, marathon, and half marathon distances on varied terrain. The fall foliage makes the October timing spectacular. A hidden gem for trail runners in the Midwest.

Schedule

Start time8:00 AM

Location

VenueEagle Ridge Resort
Address444 Eagle Ridge Dr, Galena, IL 61036

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Course

SurfaceTrail
Course typeLoop
Elevation gain450 m
Weather notesEarly October in Galena averages 7 to 17 C (45 to 63 F). Peak fall foliage. Trails may be wet. Stunning scenery.

Race profile

First held2013
Average runners1,000

Registration

Price$60 to $110
Participant limit1,500

Contact

OrganizerGalena Trail Run

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