The courses will begin and end at a common start / finish line in The Forge. The courses wind through the single track trails within the woods and some gravel trails throughout The Forge and adjoining trails.
DISTANCE
The 10K will be one lap, the 20K (Half Marathon) will be two laps and the 30K will be a three lap course. This is a trail race and we want the natural terrain and flow to guide the course and distance. Total mileage may not be precise, but will be close to the promoted distances.
TERRAIN
The gravel trails are flat. The single-track sections have variable terrain and surfaces ranging from dirt, grass, rocks, mud, more rocks, roots, mulch, stumps, critters, etc. A few sections of the single-track are technical with several short but steep inclines and downhills.
DIFFICULTY RATING
The defining character and primary challenge of the course is the variable surface. There are not any significant elevation changes. We would rate this course as moderately challenging for experienced trail runners and more difficult for runners with less experience on trail.
Trail running shoes are recommended.
AID & FUEL STATIONS
We are planning to go green with the race to limit environmental impact. This means the aid stations may not use paper cups, etc. Please plan on carrying your own hydration and fuel and bottles to refill.
Entry Fees:
Tier 1 (Until May 31)
$45 (10K) / $60 (20K) / $70 (30K)
Tier 2 (June 1 - Oct. 31)
$55 (10K) / $70 (20K) / $80 (30K)
Tier 3 (Nov. 1 - Race Day)
$65 (10K) / $80 (20K) / $90 (30K)
Register here
Includes:
coming soon
Use Lots 1 or 2 after the 2nd stop sign on the gravel road. They are the closest to the bridges to enter The Forge, packet pick-up, and the start and finish line area.
Thursday November 2
Time & Location TBD
Friday November 3
Time & Location TBD
Saturday November 4
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Foundry (Food and Beverage Container)
1001 Main St.
Lemont, IL 60439
Race Day
Sunday, November 5
6:30 AM – 7:30 AM
The Foundry (Food and Beverage Container)
1001 Main St.
Lemont, IL 60439
Your packet will include a bib with timing tag, and swag.
2023 Results will be posted here
Awards will be the following:
Additional awards, prizes and raffles will be offered and announced before the race.
2023 Photos will be posted here
Volunteer sign-up coming soon
Dave Fako
Race Director
The Forge: Lemont Quarries
708-705-6791