Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1
- Date
- June 12, 2026
- Location
- 7999 W Southport Rd, Peoria, IL
- Distance
- Kinsey Park 4 mile · Kinsey Park 4 mile Bundle
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Central Illinois Summer Trail Series! The 1st race in this series will take place at Kinsey Park in Peoria, IL. It is following the 4.16 mile trail loop that is used in the "Yellowbrick Backyard Ultra" that is hosted on the course the very next day by Sophie Russell (If you've never heard of a backyard--- you should check it out!)! This is a great way to get exposure to trails, and also learn a little bit about the local ultramarathon community.
The course offers hills, plenty of runnable sections, and some Wizard of Oz themed stretches to bring some joy to the grind! Elevation gain for this loop is approximately 240’.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Friday, 6/12
High
89°
Low
65°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then sunny
Chance of Rain
27%
Wind
3 to 8 mph
Host City
About Peoria, IL
Population
112,126
as of 2023
Elevation
621 ft
Nearest Airport
PIA
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 122 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
4
Days to train
- Race
- Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1
- Date
- June 12, 2026
- Location
- 7999 W Southport Rd, Peoria, IL
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1?
- Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1 is a running race held in Peoria, Illinois on June 12, 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 Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1?
- Friday, June 12, 2026 in Peoria, Illinois at 7999 W Southport Rd, Peoria, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #1
Jun 12, 2026