Illinois · Marathon · 10K · 5K
Rend Lake Marathon
Rend Lake Marathon is a marathon, 10K, 5K and 6.55 Miles event held in Benton, Illinois. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, March 27, 2027. About 990 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- March 27, 2027
- Location
- Benton, IL
- Field size
- ~990 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, March 27, 2027
- Location
- Benton, Illinois
- Distances
- Marathon, 10K, 5K, 6.55 Miles
- Field size
- About 990 runners
- Course
- Mostly flat, USATF-certified (IL25059NM), Boston Qualifier
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:30 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified; Boston qualifier
About the Rend Lake Marathon
The Rend Lake Marathon, Half-Marathon and Quarter-Marathon Gorgeous paved paths, stunning views and rolling country roads make this course the Marathon to remember! Rend Lake, IL, located in the heart of southern Illinois, is a natural haven for wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Rend Lake consists of 18,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land. Campers will delight in the nearly 800 sites found in 5 public campgrounds on Rend Lake. Boaters are provided access to the lake throug…
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Rend Lake Marathon: common questions
- When is the Rend Lake Marathon?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, March 27, 2027.
- Where is the Rend Lake Marathon held?
- In Benton, Illinois.
- What distances does the Rend Lake Marathon offer?
- Marathon, 10K, 5K and 6.55 Miles.
- How many people run the Rend Lake Marathon?
- About 990 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Rend Lake Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Rend Lake Marathon?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $50 (from runsignup.com, checked September 25, 2026).
- What time does the Rend Lake Marathon start?
- 8:30 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Rend Lake Marathon?
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified; Boston qualifier.
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