Galena Sky Trail Races
Sat, May 16 , 2026 • 8:00am - 4:00pm
8700 West Chestnut Mountain Road, Galena, IL 61036
Looped course that brings you back to a jammin' party every time. DJ, music, and fun after party! There will be prizes for the after party. Can you dance after running? Show your moves and you just might win a prize!
The course is set on the trails of Chestnut Mountain Resort - the same hills you ski in the winter! Majestic views across the mighty Mississippi River. Look forward to the evening, eating a delicious finisher meal prepared by Chestnut Mountain Resort restaurant while watching the grand sunset on the Mississippi horizon. The course is mainly single track, a little crushed gravel section, some grass, and a short section where you cross a sidewalk.
8-hour timed loop course
8-hour race starts at 8 am
4-hour timed loop course
4-hour race starts at 12 noon
Sid's timing will keep track of your mileage, and awards are determined by the runners with the most mileage. Ties in mileage will be determined by who gets to the mileage the earliest. Must complete the entire loop before 4 pm for the loop to count.
Lodging Information: Contact Chestnut Mountain at 800-397-1320 to book a discounted room for this event.
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