Cactus Classic Trail Race Manito, IL   Mar 7, 2026

This Cactus Classic Trail Race course runs through the pine forests of Sand Ridge State Forest. It begins and ends at the “Oak Campground”. The trail is has many flat runnable section with several rolling sections. The trails themselves consist of loose sandy soil for which the park is named. Running these trails is similar to running on a beach. This race is named for the variety of cactus which grows wild throughout the park. Keep your eyes open and you should be able to spot them.