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Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness

Date
September 12, 2026
Distance
Wild Wilderness 5K · Wild Wild Wilderness 7.45
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From the Organizer

46th Annual Wild Wild Wilderness Est. 1981

 

📝 Race Day Registration
Race day sign-ups are available onsite from 8:00 to 8:45

AM.
💵 Cost: $40 (5K) or $50 (7.45 Mile) — please make checks payable to KRR.
👕 Race day registration does not include a race shirt or sweatshirt.

 

🎽 Packet Pickup:

Packet will include your bib, shirt and pins and can be picked up on race day from 8:00 am to 8:45 am.  The location for pickup is at Kickapoo State Park Maintenance Building.

 

📍 Location:

Kickapoo State Recreation Area Take I-74 to exit 210 and follow the signs to the park. Address is: 10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood IL 61858. 

 

🕐 Race Time Limit: None just have fun
 
⏰ Start Times:
5K: 9:15

7.45 Mile: 9:00

 

🏞️Course Overview:

The 7.45 mile course is 95% trail, and heads east out of the park before turning into the woods, where the adventure really begins.  You will climb and descend steep hills, cross creeks and bridges, and if you are lucky, see some dee and other wildlife.  This is a scenic and challenging run.

 

⛑⛑️ Aid Stations: 

There will be one aid station approximately 2 miles into the course and another right after 4 miles. The aid stations will be supplied with liquid hydration. 

 

 

Race Day Regulation Reminders: 
🚫 NO BANDITS · NO RADIOS or HEADPHONES· NO STROLLERS · NO DOGS
📬 NO AWARDS OR SHIRTS MAILED
❌ NO REFUNDS OR BIB TRANSFERS
🎉 MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN DRAWING
 

🏕️ Camping Update

 Kickapoo has two major campgrounds for tent and trailer camping with 184 sites. About half of the sites have electrical hookups.   Two shower buildings and a sanitary dump station are available.  A limited number of walk in sites are available for primitive campers, but several campsites can be reserved by writing the site or by applying in person.  For more information go to: https://dnr.illinois.gov/parks/park.kickapoo.html or call 217-442-4915 


 

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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

80°

Typical Low

57°

Chance of Rain

28%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Danville, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:30 AMSunset 7:07 PMDaylight 12h 37m

Host City

About Oakwood, IL

Population

1,243

as of 2023

Elevation

646 ft

Nearest Airport

CMI

University of Illinois Willard Airport · 27 mi

Major Hub

IND

Indianapolis International Airport · 84 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness
Date
September 12, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness?
Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness is a running race held in Oakwood, Illinois on September 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 Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness?
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Oakwood, Illinois at 10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Kennekuk Road Runners - Wild Wild Wilderness?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

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