2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile
Expected Race Date
~Apr 2027
Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.
Location
Crystal Lake, IL
Quick facts
- Date
- around April 2027 (expected)
- Location
- Crystal Lake, Illinois
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
The Experience
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Earth Day 50k / 15-mile / 5-mile Race April 18, 2026
Earth Day 2026 Race Photos (https://jenniferthorsen.smugmug.com/2026-races/Earth-Day-trail-races)
Celebrate Earth Day by running through the woods, enjoying nature, and making new friends!
Join Ornery Mule Racing for our 13th annual race at the hidden gems of Veteran Acres and Sternes Woods in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The beautiful course features winding single track, rolling hills, blossoming spring flowers, open prairie, and pine forest *********** Earth Day trail races make a perfect goal race or last long run before Ice Age 50-mile & 50k.
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Race Start: Veterans Acres Main parking lot 431 N. Walkup Crystal Lake, IL 60014. Saturday- R
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
limited extras
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
no weather data yet
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile?
The 2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around April 2027 (expected).
Where does the 2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile take place?
It takes place in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
What distances does the 2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5Mile is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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