The Tunnel Hill 100 & 50 Mile Runs 2025 return to Vienna, Illinois on November 8, 2025, offering one of the fastest ultramarathon courses in the U.S. on the gently graded Tunnel Hill State Trail. Runners can choose between the iconic 100-mile ultra, the 50-mile race—which also serves as the USATF 50-Mile National Championship—and a marathon distance held on Sunday. The trail features crushed limestone paths, forested stretches, historic trestle bridges, and the landmark Tunnel Hill tunnel, providing both a scenic and performance-friendly environment. Known for producing world records and personal bests, the event offers full aid station support, generous cutoff times, pacer allowances, and coveted finisher rewards such as belt buckles and custom hoodies. With its reputation for top-tier organization, elite competition, and welcoming atmosphere, Tunnel Hill attracts ultrarunners from around the country aiming for serious results or their first 100-mile finish.
Races
100 Miles
50 Miles
Race Date:
08 November, 2025
The Tunnel Hill 100 takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, starting at 7:00 AM from Vienna City Park, Vienna, Illinois, and is organized by Durbin Race Management. This ultra features a flat, fast rail‑trail course along the Tunnel Hill State Trail with only ~430 m (1,400 ft) of total elevation gain, making it a prime venue for record-breaking performances.
Race Date:
08 November, 2025
Also held on November 8, 2025, the 50‑mile race begins alongside the 100‑miler at Vienna City Park and is organized by Durbin Race Management. Covering the same scenic out‑and‑back route with gentle grades, it serves as the USATF 50‑mile National Championship, offering elite and recreational runners a fast, achievable ultra challenge.
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FAQs
What is the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
How long is the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
Where does the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
How can I prepare for the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
The Tunnel Hill 100 takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, starting at 7:00 AM from Vienna City Park, Vienna, Illinois, and is organized by Durbin Race Management. This ultra features a flat, fast rail‑trail course along the Tunnel Hill State Trail with only ~430 m (1,400 ft) of total elevation gain, making it a prime venue for record-breaking performances.
The Tunnel Hill 100 Miler is 160km long.
The Tunnel Hill 100 Miler takes place in Vienna, IL, USA.
The Tunnel Hill 100 Miler elevation gain is 430 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
The Tunnel Hill 100 takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, starting at 7:00 AM from Vienna City Park, Vienna, Illinois, and is organized by Durbin Race Management. This ultra features a flat, fast rail‑trail course along the Tunnel Hill State Trail with only ~430 m (1,400 ft) of total elevation gain, making it a prime venue for record-breaking performances.
How long is the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
The Tunnel Hill 100 Miler is 160km long.
Where does the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler take place?
The Tunnel Hill 100 Miler takes place in Vienna, IL, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
The Tunnel Hill 100 Miler elevation gain is 430 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Tunnel Hill 100 Miler?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
How long is the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
Where does the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
How can I prepare for the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
Also held on November 8, 2025, the 50‑mile race begins alongside the 100‑miler at Vienna City Park and is organized by Durbin Race Management. Covering the same scenic out‑and‑back route with gentle grades, it serves as the USATF 50‑mile National Championship, offering elite and recreational runners a fast, achievable ultra challenge.
The Tunnel Hill 50 Miler is 80km long.
The Tunnel Hill 50 Miler takes place in Vienna, IL, USA.
Runna classifies the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
Also held on November 8, 2025, the 50‑mile race begins alongside the 100‑miler at Vienna City Park and is organized by Durbin Race Management. Covering the same scenic out‑and‑back route with gentle grades, it serves as the USATF 50‑mile National Championship, offering elite and recreational runners a fast, achievable ultra challenge.
How long is the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
The Tunnel Hill 50 Miler is 80km long.
Where does the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler take place?
The Tunnel Hill 50 Miler takes place in Vienna, IL, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
Runna classifies the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Tunnel Hill 50 Miler?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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