Hennepin
· starts 6:00 AM
Peru, IL
Hennepin is a trail race of 100 miles (161 km) in Peru, Illinois. The next edition is on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM. The race gives its climbing as 945 ft (288 m); measured from its course file, it's 879 ft (268 m). Its high point is 663 ft (202 m). It's a Western States 100 qualifier. Registration is open to all; registration opened on January 1, 2026. The field is about 200 runners.
The course
Questions about Hennepin
When is Hennepin 2026?
Hennepin 2026 is on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 6:00 AM local time.
Where is Hennepin?
Hennepin is held in Peru, Illinois.
How long is Hennepin?
Hennepin is 100 miles (161 km).
How much elevation gain does Hennepin have?
Hennepin has 945 ft (288 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
Is Hennepin a Western States qualifier?
Yes. Hennepin is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.
How do you get into Hennepin?
Hennepin has open registration. Registration opened on January 1, 2026.
What is the weather usually like at Hennepin?
Around Hennepin's date, the day's high is typically about 77°F (25°C) and the low about 57°F (14°C), averaged over recent years.
How many aid stations does Hennepin have?
Hennepin's course has 21 aid stations after the start.
Where can I see the Hennepin elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has Hennepin's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
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