The Forge Trail Run Festival

🏃‍♂️ Race and Course Information

The Forge Trail Run Festival will embrace the adventure and challenge of late-fall, mid-west trail running with 10K, 20K, 30K, and 60K events. The races will be run on single/double-track trails in The Forge and adjoining trails, within the woods and on some gravel around the historic Lemont Quarries and I&M Canal.

🌲 Course Details

The courses will start and finish within the Forge. The courses wind through the single and double track trails within the woods and some gravel trails around the historic Lemont Quarries and I&M Canal throughout the Forge and adjoining trails.

• 10K: One lap
• 20K: Two laps
• 30K: Three lap course
• 60K: Six laps, our newest offering

🏞️ Terrain and Challenge

Total mileage may not be precise, but will be close to the promoted distances. This is a trail race and we want the natural terrain and flow to guide the course and distance.

• Gravel Trails: Flat
• Single-Track Sections: Variable terrain and surfaces (dirt, grass, rocks, mud, roots)
• Technical Sections: Short steep inclines and downhills
• Rating: Moderately challenging for experienced runners

📍 Race Location

The event will take place on November 15, 2025 at 227 Heritage Quarries Dr., Lemont, IL.

🔗 Additional Information

You can find more details and register for the race at the following link: The Forge Trail Run Festival.