Kennekuk Road Runners - Members Only Meet The Backpack
Kennekuk Road Runners - Members Only Meet The Backpack is a running race on November 28, 2026 in Westville, IL.
- Date
- November 28, 2026 (128 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
A Kennekuk Members Only Event - MEET THE BACKPACK TRAIL
TRAIL:
One of the most difficult in this part of the Midwest. Plenty of sheer beauty, and you could very easily get wet & muddy. Everything a trail runner could want. There is even a long stair climb. You will see things on this trail you won't see on other trails in the area. You CAN NOT run this trail alone if it is your first time. We would have to send out the bloodhounds!
DIRECTIONS: Going South on Route 1 to Westville, turn left on East Main Street at the stoplight. You will see Julee's Shooting Star Tavern on the right (northwest comer). Follow the road for 7 .2 miles to the Forest Glen entrance. Tum left into the park and follow the road to the Maple Grove Lodge.
PARTY: NEW LOCATION !! The party is at the Maple Grove Lodge. This will be a potluck style meal with beverages. Further details will be posted on the KRR Facebook page.
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? DUMB, DUMB QUESTION. WE'RE KRR! WE DON'T CARE! WE'RE TRAIL RUNNERS!
WE MUST KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING SO WE HAVE ENOUGH -- SO SIGN UP TODAY
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
46°
Typical Low
28°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Perrysville 4 Wnw, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Westville, IL
Population
3,442
as of 2023
City Elevation
669 ft
Nearest Airport
CMI
University of Illinois Willard Airport · 34 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 75 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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128
Days to train
- Race
- Kennekuk Road Runners - Members Only Meet The Backpack
- Date
- November 28, 2026
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Kennekuk Road Runners - Members Only Meet The Backpack
Nov 28, 2026