A flat, fast 50 miles from Sterling to Lock 17 on the Hennepin Canal towpath.
The 50-mile course runs from Sinnissippi Park in Sterling eastward along the Hennepin Canal, sharing the trail with 100-mile runners for the first 32 miles before branching south on the Feeder Canal. Runners do a short out-and-back to a bib reader beyond Lock 17 and return to finish at picturesque Lock 17 near Wyanet. The flat, fast surface of crushed limestone and packed dirt makes this a popular first-50 and PR course.
Sterling, IL, United StatesOctober 03, 2026
Hennepin Hundred 50 Mile is a lollipop trail race in Sterling, IL, United States, held on October 03, 2026. The course covers 50 miles and has a 15h45m cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 656 ft | — | ||
Finish Finish | 50.0 | 525 ft | 15h45m10:45 PM |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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Camping at Lock 17 near Wyanet (50 mile finish) for 50 milers; 100 mile runners can camp at Colona Scott Family Park (3 miles from the 100 mile finish, near bus pickup to start).
No crew rules specified
Early October in northwest Illinois delivers ideal racing conditions. Daytime highs run 55–65°F with overnight lows around 35–45°F. Wind is common on the exposed canal towpath. October has only a 6% chance of significant rain.
No required gear specified
No recommended gear specified
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