Tour de Trails - Rockford
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Tour de Trails - Rockford
The Tour de Trails is a winter trail race series in Rockford, Illinois, held from December 19, 2026 to March 20, 2027. It comprises four separate trail races at different preserve locations and offers series registration options including a no-SWAG entry.
Distances and dates:
- 3 Mile Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve, Rockford - Dec 19, 2026
- 6 Mile Rock Cut State Park, Loves Park boat launch - Jan 16, 2027
- 9 Mile Byron Forest Preserve, Byron - Feb 20, 2027
- 12 Mile Severson Dells / Funderburg / Coleman Forest Preserve, Rockford - Mar 20, 2027
The 9 and 12 mile races include an early start option for runners who maintain a pace of 13 minutes or more per mile; pace verification is requested at registration. Course maps will be posted on the Rockford Road Runners race calendar. Awards include certificates for first place female and male and five-year age group awards, with top three finishers receiving personalized awards mailed after the event.
These are winter trail runs and may feature ice, snow, and very cold conditions. Events are subject to cancellation by state, county, or city park officials and by park or health authorities; there are no refunds if a race is cancelled. Proceeds support activities of the Rockford Road Runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
