Midwest OCR
Marseilles, United States • 27 Sep 2025
Midwest OCR is an obstacle course racing event held at The Cliffs Insane Terrain Off-Road Park in Marseilles, Illinois. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, it offers multiple race options including a 5K and 10K in both non-competitive (Just-for-Fun) and competitive (Elite) divisions. The challenging 10K Elite race features over 30 obstacles across rugged terrain with hills, cliffs, ravines, creeks, and wooded trails.
A unique Bearded Challenge involves completing three laps of the 10K course. Additional categories include a ruck division and a kid’s course with 10+ obstacles. Participants receive finisher shirts, medals, and professional photos, with cash prizes for top competitive finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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Mud & Obstacle runs nearby
The H-F Beast Obstacle Course Dash, held in Homewood, Illinois, is a family-friendly outdoor event designed to promote fun and fitness. Scheduled for July 13, 2025, the course features two categories: ages 6-14 complete a 1-mile run with 8 obstacles, including tire flips, balance beams, spear throws, and stepping stones; participants 15 and older tackle a 2-mile course with 16 obstacles such as bucket carries and tire flips. The race runs in 5-minute waves, encouraging continuous movement and energy. Finisher medals and t-shirts are awarded, and a prep course is available in June at the H-F Racquet & Fitness Club for all participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Hill of a Race
Bloomington - 97 km from Marseilles • 16 Aug 2025
The Hill of a Race will take place in Bloomington on Saturday 16 August 2025.
Frontline OCR
Byron - 100 km from Marseilles • 23 May 2026
Frontline OCR is an obstacle course race held at Byron Motosports Park in Byron, Illinois, dedicated to honoring military personnel, veterans, and first responders. The event challenges participants with purpose-built obstacles that simulate the physical and mental demands faced on the frontline, emphasizing courage, resilience, and readiness. Various race options include competitive and non-competitive 10K runs, a 5K, endurance challenges, a ruck division, and a kids' course for ages 5 to 13. The race fosters camaraderie and teamwork, encouraging participants to push their limits together in a supportive atmosphere. It serves as both a tribute and a rigorous test of grit and determination. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.