CHICAGO 7-11 Hour Endurance Run - May 16, 2026

The Famous Annual Yeti 7/11 Endurance Run: Chicago Edition!

Welcome to the Chicago 7/11 Hour Endurance Run, bringing its iconic mix of endurance, camaraderie, and chaos to the heart of the Midwest. This event is a celebration of trail running, snack choices, and making memories loop after loop in Chicago’s outdoor playground.

The Basics

• Date: Saturday, May 16th, 2026
• Start Time: 7:00 AM
• Packet Pick up: 6am @ Race Start
• Location: Wolf Road Woods, 9800 Wolf Rd, Willow Springs, IL 60480

Choose Your Adventure

• 7-Hour Endurance Run
• 11-Hour Endurance Run

Awards for all categories in both distances.

The Course

A Chicago-Style Sampler Loop Length: 4 miles. Features single-track, double-track, rolling hills, and quick, runnable sections.

The Experience

• Hobby jog alongside friendly yetis.
• Turn every loop into a Chicago-style adventure.
• BYO deep dish pizza for post-race celebrations (optional but encouraged!).

The Famous 7/11 Aid Station

The Yeti’s signature snack haven, now with a Windy City twist: Gourmet Hot Dogs, Pixie Stick Fuel, Honey Bun Delicacies, Trailside Crackers & Chips, Water and electrolyte drinks.

BYO Cooler: Vegan, keto, or Chicago-style diets welcome!

Race Timing

ZEN ARCADE TIMING provides professional chip timing for all YETI TRAIL RUNNERS events, ensuring precise timing accuracy, real-time tracking, up-to-date displays, and live lap counting.

The Yeti Way: Chicago Edition

No Sponsors. No BS. All Fun. Meet new friends, share snacks, and swap stories.

About Wolf Road Woods

Wolf Road Woods is nestled within the Palos Preserves, featuring over 15,000 acres of trails, ponds, and rolling terrain. It’s the perfect venue for the Yeti vibe.

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