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2024 Grist Mill Grind 10K and 1 mi Fun Walk
August 31st, 8AM-12PM
Check-in: 7:00AM-7:45AM at Hausen Knox Shelter
​Signup: 1/4/2024 – 8/1/2024 $25.00
After: 8/1/2023 $35.00
Raceday: $45.00
$15/T-Shirt (Registration before 8/15 guarantees a Shirt)
*Online registration closes at noon on Friday 8/30/2024.

This is a technical trail race at the Franklin Creek State Natural Area. Runners follow trails up and down multiple hills with an elevation gain of ~800ft. You will get your feet wet as you cross the Franklin Creek four times on your way to the finish. A unique race experience we're sure you'll be proud to complete.

Drinking water will be available at the Start/Finish and Sunday shelter (Mid race point). Please bring your own disposable cup or bladder, no cups will be provided to minimize environmental impact.

1 Mile Walkers will start at Hausen Knox and travel through the forest and creek side for a beautiful loop on the Black Bass trail providing a wonderful sample of the park.

Packet Pickup will be available on 8/30/2024 at Stone Bridge Running in Dixon and on
Race day at the race site (Hausen Knox Shelter) 7am-7:45am. ​

All proceeds go to the Franklin Creek Conservation Association (FCCA) to help fund park programs, park expansion, and park improvements.

Custom Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Male and Female runners. T-Shirts are available for purchase to all runners wishing to commemorate the event.

Click here to register

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 The course map is below. More information can be found on our Facebook page.
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If you would like to help us clean up the trails, sponsor the event, or volunteer on race day, please contact us at [email protected] or at 815.456.2718.   ​

The course crosses the creek four times and has an elevation gain of 810 ft.