
From the Organizer
Hello!
SIU Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center are thrilled to offer the ninth year of the Rocky Ledges 5K/10K Trail Run/Walk. The RL5K/10K takes place on the beautiful trails of the Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center.
Event maps can be view below. This event is open to individuals and teams of all ages.
Schedule
A trail race safety talk will take place 10 minutes prior to the start time of each race on Freeberg Patio.
Registration
5K Trail Run/Walk Divisions*
10K Trail Run/Walk Divisions*
*All participants will receive a medal at the finish line to mark the completion of their race.
Events
Weather
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
83°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carbondale Sewage Plt, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
550
as of 2023
City Elevation
442 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 14 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 100 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rocky Ledges 5K/10K Trail Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
84
Days to train
Coming Up
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105 miles away
From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain, not the pace, is the whole point.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Rocky Ledges 5K/10K Trail Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026