10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood IL
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
39th Mountain Goat Est. 1987
Saturday, March 21, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.
Race Directors
- Race Director: Jenn Scheele
- Co-Director: Tina Holley
From the RD
- Reasons To Run: There are lots of reasons to run this race!!
- Check Your Fitness: See if you are in shape after the winter.
- Spring Enjoyment: Enjoy the first weekend of spring.
- Marathon Training: Super spring marathon training.
Grand Slam Event #2
- Award: An awesome award will be presented to everyone who finishes the Kennekuk Events in 2026.
- Events Include: Siberian Express, Mountain Goat, Lake Mingo Trail Run, and Wild Wild Wilderness.
- Presentation: Awards will be presented at the Wild Wild Wilderness race.
- Eligibility: You must be present to receive the award: it will not be mailed.
Location
- Venue: Kickapoo State Recreation Area
- Directions: Take I-74 to exit 210 and follow the signs to the park.
- Address: 10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood IL 61858.
Distance
- 5k: 1 Out and Back - It’s a hill...get over it.
- 10k: 2 Out and Back - A nice hill workout.
- 15k: 3 Out and Back - It isn’t bragging if you’ve done it.
Course
- Surface: This course is 90% asphalt and 10% surfaced handicapped trail.
- Loops: This is a 5k course, and you can do it 1, 2, or 3 times.
Aid Stations
- Location: Fuel up at the bottom of the hill.
- Timing: Approximately halfway through the out and back course.
Online Registration Dates
- Deadline: Open till March 19, 2026.
Online Registration Cost
- Price Increase: Register before the price increases on February 13.
- Race Day Registration: Available from 8:30 am to 9:30 am.
- Cost: $40 for the 5k, $45 for the 10k, and $50 for the 15k.
- Payment: Cash or check made payable to KRR.
- Note: Race day registration does not include the hat.
Swag Cutoff Date
- Date: Jan 19th.
- Order: You must register online by this date to order swag.
- Availability: There may be a selection of swag at the after party, but no guarantees.
Packet Pickup
- Contents: Packet will include your bib, swag (if ordered), and pins.
- Timing: Can be picked up on race day from 8:30 am to 9:45 am.
Time Limit
- Duration: 2 hours.
Race Time
- Start: 10:00 am.
Finisher Awards
- Distribution: Presented to the first 200 runners as you cross the finish line.
Age Group Awards
- Note: N/A.
Race Day Photos
- Photography: Will be provided by Gabe Difanis.
- Contact: gabedifanis@gmail.com
- Accessibility: All photos will be uploaded to the race website for you to view and download.
Regulations
- Restrictions: No bandits, radios, strollers, or dogs allowed.
- Mailing: No shirts or awards will be mailed.
- Refund Policy: No refunds or bib transfers.
- Drawings: You must be present to win any drawings at the post-race party.
Special Thanks
- Gratitude: Please join us in thanking the Kickapoo State Recreation Area Staff, all of our dedicated volunteers, and loyal sponsors.
Post Race Party
- Location: Exit 210 Saloon.
Camping
- Availability: Not available during this time of year.
More Information
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