F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile
- Date
- May 8, 2027
- Distance
- Trail Marathon · 10 Mile
From the Organizer
Explore the Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve - the largest tract of undeveloped land in Cook County, IL. This race will cover every inch of maintained trail within the Nature Preserve. With over 1000 ft of elevation, this marathon is mountainous by Chicago standards!
The course uses the Sag Valley Trail system, covering the Yellow, Green, Blue & Tan trails. The whole course is wide horsetrail, allowing for 2-way traffic and encouragement from fellow participants.
Results here: https://sites.chronotrack.com/event/92163/results
2026 Photos here: https://www.flashframe.io/search/2861/
2025 Photos here: https://www.highfivebb.com/Running/F3-Cap-Sauers-Trail-Marathon-10-Mile-May-10-2025
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
70°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
44%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Little Red School Hse, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Palos Hills, IL
Population
18,139
as of 2023
Elevation
586 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 7 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?
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Days to train
- Race
- F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile
- Date
- May 8, 2027
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
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How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile?
- F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile is a running race held in Palos Hills, Illinois on May 8, 2027. 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 F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile?
- Saturday, May 8, 2027 in Palos Hills, Illinois at 11200 S Willow Springs Rd, Palos Hills, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
F^3 Cap Sauers Trail Marathon & 10 Mile
May 8, 2027