Sat 11 Oct 2025 Vernon Hills, Illinois, USA Entries closed

Des Plaines River Trail Marathon

Welcome to the 14th edition of the DPR Trail Marathon along the beautiful and fast Des Plaines River Trail in Lake County, Illinois, starting and finishing at Half Day Forest Preserve.

  • Sat 11 Oct 2025
  • Entries closed
Half Day Forest Preserve, Vernon Hills
Des Plaines River Trail Marathon

00:00

Age 16 & over

$141.95-$195.20

  • 26.2 miles trail running

Event overview

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Flat
  • Food stations
  • Out and back
  • Water stations

What's included

  • Medal
  • T-shirt

How to enter

  • Age 16 & over
  • Enter online
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.