In 43 days · Sat, Nov 28, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 28th, 2026
Where
20301 900 North Rd, Westville IL
Distance
1 Mile
Typical weather
31–46°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
21–32°F
dry
2024
30–38°F
dry
2023
16–27°F
dry
2022
39–47°F
dry
2021
28–40°F
dry
2020
27–47°F
dry
2019
32–38°F
dry
2018
18–32°F
dry
2017
49–60°F
dry
2016
43–52°F
rain
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31°F at the start.
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About this race
A Kennekuk Members Only Event - MEET THE BACKPACK TRAIL
TRAIL:
One of the most difficult in this part of the Midwest. Plenty of sheer beauty, and you could very easily get wet & muddy. Everything a trail runner could want. There is even a long stair climb. You will see things on this trail you won't see on other trails in the area. You CAN NOT run this trail alone if it is your first time. We would have to send out the bloodhounds!
DIRECTIONS: Going South on Route 1 to Westville, turn left on East Main Street at the stoplight. You will see Julee's Shooting Star Tavern on the right (northwest comer). Follow the road for 7 .2 miles to the Forest Glen entrance. Tum left into the park and follow the road to the Maple Grove Lodge.
PARTY: NEW LOCATION !! The party is at the Maple Grove Lodge. This will be a potluck style meal with beverages. Further details will be posted on the KRR Facebook page.
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? DUMB, DUMB QUESTION. WE'RE KRR! WE DON'T CARE! WE'RE TRAIL RUNNERS!
WE MUST KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING SO WE HAVE ENOUGH -- SO SIGN UP TODAY
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