Trail Running calendar near Galena 2026-2027

Miner 49er in Dubuque, IA is a trail endurance event at the Mines of Spain offering 25K and 50K routes with single track, scenic river views, stone steps, stream crossings, three aid stations, and a 5pm cut off.

A Backyard Ultra in Colona, IL where runners repeat a single *4.17m* loop each hour until they stop. The course is mostly flat with one ravine hill and offers parking and space to camp.

A Backyard Ultra in Delmar IA on November 13, 2026 where runners complete a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. Participants receive a 10x10 foot camp space, may bring 1 to 3 crew members, and registration is capped at 250.

A six hour endurance trail run on a 1.2 mile hilly loop in Pinicon Ridge Park near Central City IA, featuring climbs, stairs, on course food and drinks, a long sleeve race shirt, lodge space for drop bags, and awards for 24 loops or more.

A community Turkey Trot through Atwood Park near 5k with chipped timing, common trail obstacles and door prizes. No GPS or timing devices are allowed and donations are collected for local causes.

A winter trail event at Governor Dodge State Park on Dec 5, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 15K over horse trails, single and double track with multiple aid stations, cup-less hydration, and specific pacer and crewing rules for the 50K.

A four-race winter trail series in Dixon, Illinois, featuring events from 5K to 20K across mixed terrain. Individual race and full-series entry options are available, with series awards and completion apparel for multi-race finishers.

A looped trail event at Lowell Park in Dixon, IL on March 27, 2027 offering 33.75, 22.5, and 13.5 mile timed races plus a team relay, alternating 2.25 mile loops with on course aid and finisher items for those who complete within limits.

Trail races at Donald County Park include 5 km, 15 km and a Kids One Mile Fun Run across prairie, single-track, sand and bridges. Proceeds support Friends of Donald Park for trail maintenance and repair.

The Friends of Yellow River State Forest Trail Run will take place in Harpers Ferry from Friday 7 May 2027 to Saturday 8 May 2027. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

Rumble on the Ridge is a backyard ultra style last person standing race near Arena, Wisconsin, run on a 1 to 1.25 mile loop with 20 minute laps. The course reverses direction every four hours and includes 250 to 300 feet of elevation gain p..

The Frontline OCR will take place in Byron on Saturday 22 May 2027. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

A trail event in Belleville, WI on May 29, 2027 offering 50 mile, 50K and half marathon options on flat, soft rail trails with trestles, scenic views and a quarter mile tunnel.