4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 2K Run
From the Organizer
TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE FAQ:
- What races are included? Hub Run (April 11), Brickyard Run (June 27), Run for the Hills (Oct 10)
- Age Discounts for Triple Crown Challenge? The system will not allow it and it's cheaper to sign-up kids for the individual races :-)
- Must be the same runner for all races? Yes, permits the same runner one entry to the Hub Run, the Brickyard Run and Run for the Hills race. You got this!
- When do I get my shirts/bibs? Shirts and Bibs will be distributed at each individual race packet pick-up. We love to see your face :-)
- Refunds? Like all of our races, no refunds will be issued if a runner is unable to run a race. The proceeds go to support the YMCA Income-Based Scholarship, so you're doing a good thing...even if you miss one of the races :-) All payments are final.
ABOUT:
Run For The Hills 2K & 5K takes place on a closed-course and loops through the beautiful and hilly 144-acre property at Camp Triangle Hills of Crossroads YMCA. Run For the Hills is part of Crossroads YMCA's Fall Fest and runners & families can stay after the race to engage in FREE activities such as rock climbing, high ropes course, archery, tractor rides, petting zoo, fishing, pumpkin launching and more!
Race Day Registration and Check-In: 630AM-730AM
5K Start: 8:00 am SHARP!
2k Start: at 8:05 am (untimed)
COST:
5K is $30 (11 & up); $15 (10 & Under). *Price increase after September 10th
2k is $20 (11 & up); $10 (10 & Under) *Price increase after September 10th
Shirt not guaranteed if registered after September 10th
5K AGE/WEIGHT DIVISIONS
0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+ Masters (40 and over for Male & Female)
Overall (Male & Female)
Participants can also choose to participate in the Athena (Women 170 LBS+) and Clydesdale (Men 210 LBS+) division. Participants in this division are not eligible for Overall, Master, or Age Group awards.
Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group.
START/FINISH LINE & RACE RESULTS (5K ONLY)
Computerized “On the Bib” timing by T & H Timing will be used to increase the accuracy and speed of results with less hassle to race participants.
INFORMATION
Race registration information can be found at Run For The Hills (crymca.org) or by contacting the Race Directors, Sarah Johnson, at sjohnson@crymca.org and Bri Bass, at bbass@crymca.org.
PARKING - On-Site
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lowell, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Crown Point, IN
Population
34,042
as of 2023
Elevation
717 ft
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- 4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K
- Date
- October 10, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K?
- 4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K is a running race held in Crown Point, Indiana on October 10, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Crown Point, Indiana at 3838 W. 141st Avenue, Crown Point, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
4th Annual YMCA Run For The Hills 5K/2K
Oct 10, 2026