2026 Chicago Lakefront Ultras

Race Information

The Chicago Lakefront Ultras - Fall Edition includes a 50 mile and 50K race. The course is an out-and-back "loop" for each race. The 50 mile is a 12.5 mile loop run four times and the 50K race is a 10.3 mile loop run three times. The entire course is on the scenic Chicago Lakefront Trail, which includes some gravel sections but is mostly asphalt.

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📍Chicago - Sunday November 1, 2026

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😄 Why We Like This Run
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