Washington Park Trail Trek
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Event Overview
The Washington Park Trail Trek takes place in Washington Park, Springfield, IL, on October 24, 2026. The event features a 5K course on forest trails within the park.
Course and Activities
The available events are:
- 5K Run
- 5K Walk
- Virtual 5K To Support the Leland Summer Kitchen Project
- Volunteer opportunity
The trail route is marked with cones, directional arrows, and safety tape. The course begins and ends at the Leland Farm Summer Kitchen, a historical landmark in the park.
Participation Details
All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt. Unique prizes are awarded to top finishers in various age categories. The event directly supports the restoration of the Leland Farm Summer Kitchen.
The Washington Park Trail Trek is the final event in the All-American Trail Trek series. Participants who register for all three series events (Abe Lincoln Trail Trek, Freedom Run, and this event) receive a commemorative coffee mug and are automatically entered into a drawing for a Garmin Forerunner watch. To be eligible for the watch drawing, participants must run all three events in person. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
