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Chicago Lakefront 50

October 5, 2026
Chicago, Illinois
50 mi

Overview

Chicago Lakefront 50 gives ultra runners a low-elevation race option with reliable support, easy crew access, and a course that favors disciplined pacing over technical trail skill.

Expect long runnable sections along the lakefront, steady wind exposure, frequent aid support, and multiple spectator touchpoints throughout the day.

Event Schedule

5:00 AM

Ultra check-in opens

6:00 AM

50 mile start

7:00 AM

50 km start

8:00 AM

Relay start

1:00 PM

Midday cutoffs begin

6:30 PM

Course closes

Distance Categories

Distance details for reference. Pick one in the registration card to register.

50 Mile

50 mi

$180 USD

Primary ultra distance

50K

50 km

$135 USD

Single-loop scenic option

Relay

$220 USD

Team-based endurance format

Location

Lakefront trail race headquarters

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Organizer

Following
MT

Midwest Trail Co.

Regional endurance organizer producing trail and ultra events with participant-first operations.

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