Trail Running calendar near Coralville 2026-2027

A trail race at Coralville Creekside Park offering 10 mile, 5K and a new 1500m fun run to benefit the Red Shamrock Foundation, with chip timing, on-course aid, event shirt options and a post-race gathering.

Experience the beauty of Lake MacBride State Park with the Iowa Trail Run Series. Choose between several distances including a half marathon and enjoy post race food and games in a natural setting.

Trail races of 50 miles, 50 km and a half marathon take place at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve on April 18, 2026, using a 13.3 mile loop with mostly trail terrain, two aid stations, camping at the start area and strict cutoff and registratio..

Test your endurance at this 24 hour track event in Davenport where you can run or walk at your own pace. With a limited field of 60 participants, every runner receives a shirt and personal lap counting support.

Trail run in Dubuque on May 2, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances. The event features marked trails, basic timing, a custom bib, a rotating race item, and post-race food; series entry includes a series gift.

Test your endurance at George Wyth State Park by completing ten 5k runs every couple of hours over a full day. Enjoy hot meals and paved trails while working toward a unique handmade finisher prize.

Trail races at Sunderbruch Park in Davenport feature roughly 5k and 10k single track courses with varied terrain and a cup free policy. Registration is online only; the event includes packet pickup and a post race potluck with bacon and bee..

Short trail and paved races plus a kids fun run at Westbrook Park in DeWitt, IA on June 20, 2026. Proceeds support the Paul Skeffington Memorial Race Foundation and local multi-use trail development.

Trail races at Lake Macbride State Park offering 25K and 50K on mixed crushed-limestone and single-track loops with multiple aid stations, limited entries, and awards by gender and age group.

Experience the natural beauty of Dubuque with trail races through the Mines of Spain Recreation Area. Enjoy distances ranging from 4 miles to a half marathon followed by a post race party with brick oven pizza and local beer.

Trail races at Scott County Park offering 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on mixed dirt and grass trails, with stocked aid stations and a start/finish at the Whispering Pines Shelter.

A backyard ultra in Bussey, IA where runners complete hourly **4.167 mile** laps for up to 12 hours; the winner is the last runner to complete one more lap than everyone else. Crew areas are provided near the barn.

Pleasant Creek Trail Run in Palo, Iowa features 15K, 30K and 45K races on the park's outer equestrian loop, with cash prizes, age-group awards, post-race cookout and timing by OnlineRaceResults.

A Backyard Ultra of repeated 4.167 mile loops around Pollmiller Lake Park in West Point, Iowa. Each loop must be completed within an hour and the last runner to complete a loop is declared the winner.

Experience the flowing single track trails of George Wyth State Park in Waterloo Iowa. Choose between 13km or 25km distances on a smooth and scenic course featuring woods and lakefront views.

Trail races at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve in Peosta, Iowa offer looped 5.2 mile, 25k and 50k options across rugged terrain with creek crossings, notable climb, free camping, showers and shuttle service.

Trail ultramarathons in Dubuque featuring a marked ~20 mile loop with options for a 100 mile five loop race or a 100 kilometer three loop race, varied terrain, and significant elevation gain.