Pinetum Mind Games Endurance Event
The Pinetum Mind Games Endurance Event challenges participants to push their limits on a .411 mile paved loop. You can choose to run, walk, or crawl for 6, 12, or 24 hours, starting Friday evening at 7 PM. The event takes place at the Pinetum (the pine tree upper loop) at Lowell Park in Dixon, IL. Participants can compete solo or as part of a three-person relay team. The atmosphere is described as safe, friendly, and fun, with organizers providing water and support, but participants are responsible for their own food and other liquids.
Course Details:
- Loop: .411 mile paved loop
- Duration options: 6 Hour, 12 Hour, 24 Hour
- Start Time: Friday, July 17, 2026, 7:00 PM CT
- Location: Pinetum at Lowell Park, 2114 Lowell Park Rd, Dixon, IL
Rules & Support:
- This is a SELF-SUPPORTED event; participants must track their own loops. GPS watches are not recommended for distance tracking.
- Tents and personal aid stations can be set up at the center of the loop.
- The park remains open to the public, but the Pinetum loop will be closed to traffic during the event.
- Park gates close at dusk, but participants can still leave.
- No pets are allowed. Please keep noise down at night.
Registration:
- Registration closes: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 11:59 PM CT.
- Deferral policy: 100% deferral to next year's race up to 2 months prior to the event date.
- Pregnancy accommodations available upon request.
- Event time changes possible up to one week before the race via Ultrasignup.
Pricing:
- 24 Hour Black Friday: $45.00 ($48.50 incl. taxes & fees)
- 12 Hour Black Friday: $45.00 ($48.50 incl. taxes & fees)
- 6 Hour Black Friday: $45.00 ($48.50 incl. taxes & fees)
- Price after Nov 28: $50.00 ($53.50 incl. taxes/fees)
