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Turkey Trot

Turkey Trot, Rockford
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Trail in United States, Rockford

Distances

  • Running

    2.0 Distance Challenge

    11.3 km

  • Running

    7 mile race

    11.3 km

  • Running

    4 mile trail run

    6.4 km

  • Trail

    5K

    5 km

    Start: Nov 28, 09:00 PM

About

The oldest ongoing race in the area and a long-time tradition for many area runners and families. A trail run held at Atwood Park on Thanksgiving morning with a 9:00 a.m. start.

Catering & aid stations

Not specified; typical trail race with aid stations.

Pacers

No pacemaker details found on-site; event is a timed chip race for all runners—no paced waves indicated.

Results

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Typical weather in Rockford

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan29°15°
07:24
16:49
Feb33°17°
06:54
17:28
Mar47°29°
07:08
19:04
Apr58°39°
06:15
19:38
May69°51°
05:36
20:12
Jun79°61°
05:20
20:35
Jul82°65°
05:34
20:32
Aug81°64°
06:05
19:58
Sep74°58°
06:38
19:07
Oct61°46°
07:10
18:15
Nov47°33°
06:48
16:36
Dec34°21°
07:19
16:26

Weather data by Open-Meteo

What's included in entry

  • Race Bib
  • Chip Timing
  • Performance Race Shirt

FAQ

Is chip timing required?

Yes, the race is chip timed; wear the bib on the front of your outer layer.

What is the course like?

Trail run with obstacles including tree roots, downed trees, walnuts, rocks, slippery slopes; no creek crossings.

Are there age groups or awards?

Awards are given ongoing during the race; check for age-group recognition at the finish.

What should I bring?

Bib, appropriate trail gear, and optional donation for worthy causes collected at the race.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:51:15 PM

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