Events
Place
Mattoon, IL US 61938
Description
Lace up and hit the trails for the Laker Louie 5K, a unique cross-country race experience winding through the scenic grounds of Lake Land College in Mattoon, Illinois! Unlike your typical road race, this off-road 5K challenges runners/walkers with rolling hills, grassy fields, wooded paths, and the natural beauty of our campus—all while introducing the community to the newly-formed Lake Land College Cross Country Team.
Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or looking for your first taste of cross-country, this event offers a fun and welcoming atmosphere for all ages and fitness levels. Come explore the heart of campus, support our student-athletes, and enjoy a race that’s anything but ordinary.
Why Run the Laker Louie 5K?
Experience a genuine cross-country course—not pavement!
Celebrate the launch of Lake Land’s new cross country program
Enjoy the vibrant college atmosphere and beautiful campus scenery
Date: August 2nd, 2025
Time: 8am race start
Location: Lake Land College Campus – Mattoon, IL
Join us and be a part of something new. Run the land. Blaze the trail.
Race Contact Info
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