Shawnee Hills Trail Races
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Shawnee Hills Trail Races
Shawnee Hills Trail Races takes place August 22 and 23, 2026 at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, Illinois. The event is presented by Stack'd and is based at Camp Ondessonk within the Shawnee National Forest.
Distances offered include:
- 100 mile
- 100k
- 50k
- Half Marathon
The courses run through sandstone canyon systems and forested terrain, traversing areas such as Jackson Hollow and the Bay Creek Reservoir. The route passes several named waterfalls and viewpoints, including Pakentuck Falls, Jackson Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Cedar Falls, and views from Salomon's Ridge. Vegetation along the course is described as oak-hickory, maple-beech, and pine forest.
On-site accommodations at Camp Ondessonk include open-air tree houses that provide a roofed sleeping area without doors or screens; typical packing suggestions are a sleeping bag, clothing, and running shoes. Tenting on the ground is available, and there are a limited number of hostel-style, climate-controlled guest rooms that sleep eight, with private bathrooms and free WiFi.
Race photography for 2025 and 2026 is provided by Inzaption Photo. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
