The Hennepin Hundred

OCT
3-4
2026
Run the Hennepin Hundred, an all trail ultramarathon along the scenic Hennepin Canal featuring flat terrain and canal and farmland views. Distances: 100, 50, 50K and team relay with Western States qualification for the 100.
3-4 Oct 2026
100 miles 50 miles 50 kilometers

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Overview

The Hennepin Hundred is a point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon in northwest Illinois. The course runs from Sterling to Colona along the Hennepin Canal State Trail, a multi-use trail that the event follows for much of its length. The organizer describes the course as flat and notes scenery such as canal locks, farms, and small towns along the route. The race is listed as a Western States 100 qualifying event with a 30-hour overall cutoff for qualifying.

Distances

  • 100 Miler
  • 100 mile team relay
  • 50 Miler
  • 50K

Logistics and services

Aid stations are located approximately every 3-7 miles and are fully stocked. Bus service is provided from finish-line parking areas to the start line for a fee of $10. Volunteers and aid station captains receive entry credits toward Ornery Mule Racing events and other volunteer incentives. Finisher items and race swag vary by distance: 100-mile finishers receive a finisher flannel and a belt buckle; 50-mile and 50K finishers receive shirts and medals; first-time finishers at each distance may receive an "Ultra Virgin No more" shirt.

Registration and entry policies

Registration closes on Fri, Sep 25. The event offers rollover and credit options instead of refunds, including a no-cost rollover if requested by 70 days before the event and a 50% event credit option until 25 days before the event. No refunds are offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

100 mi
100 Miler
100 mi
100 Mile Team Relay
50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k