Trail Running calendar near Delmar 2026-2027

A timed 5k trail run or walk at Connorridge Farms in Oxford, Iowa, with a Virtual 5k option, prairie views, a prairie identification challenge, awards, and on-site finish line music.

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.

A scenic 5K trail run through the restored prairies of White Oak Savanna in Dodgeville, WI, held August 8, 2026, with on-course hydration, official timing, post-run breakfast, and the option to join festival activities including live music..

A nighttime trail event in Dixon IL with looped courses including 15 mile, 10 mile, 5 mile and a three person relay. The course mixes grass, gravel and dirt and features a single aid station at the start finish.

A multi-event day in Coal Valley with a 5K Mud Adventure Run, a Ninja Kids Run, and a Cross Country Trail Run. Main obstacles include a Tire Wall, Ninja Scaling Wall and Weight Lift; spectator entry is $7.

Part of Hoover Hometown Days on August 8, 2026, the event features a 5K through the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site tall-grass prairie and a 1.5K walk around the Presidential Library grounds.

A community 6K run in Springville, Iowa on August 8, 2026 using an alternate town route instead of the quarry. Chip timing, awards for overall and age-group winners, and proceeds support Springville Sports Boosters.

Test your endurance at Prairie du Chien's first backyard ultra featuring a 4.167 mile trail loop through La Riviere Park. Run one lap every hour until only one participant remains or enjoy a relaxed one lap fun run.

Trail races at New Glarus Woods State Park on August 15, 2026 include 16K, 8K, 5K and a free 1K kids run. Proceeds benefit Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park and awards include age-group prizes plus a 16K consistency award.

ScoCo50 is a trail race at Scott County Park near Long Grove, IA offering 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on mixed dirt and grass trails, with aid stations, drop bag access, and limited crew and pacer allowances.

A technical trail race at Franklin Creek State Natural Area offering 5K and 10K routes with multiple creek crossings, hill terrain, and water stations. Proceeds support the Franklin Creek Conservation Association and custom awards are prese..

A multi-distance trail running event at Pleasant Creek Park on September 12, 2026, with participant packets, aid stations, and awards managed by a local trail nonprofit.

A 4 hour event on a 1 mile loop at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve near Andalusia, Illinois. Rocky singletrack, roots, downed trees and steep sections offer repeated climbs, and registrations include a shirt plus post race food.

A Backyard Ultra on the Rock River Parkway where runners repeat a GPS-verified 4.167-mile loop each hour until one remains. Entry is limited to 150 runners and includes an on-site aid station and crew zone.

Experience ten miles of hills and winding trails through the Byron Forest Preserve and Nardi Equine Prairie. This cup free race features cash prizes and a post race celebration with pizza at Hairy Cow Brewing Company.

Trail run at Wapsi River Environmental Education Center with a self timed 5K and 1 mile course, proceeds benefit the Friends of the Wapsi Center.

A non-timed 2K and 5K trail run/walk at Case Creek Valley that welcomes leashed dogs and supports Rock Island County Animal Care & Control Shelter, with race bibs, optional T-shirts, finisher dog tags, and hydration stations.

A looped trail event in Dixon, Illinois on September 26, 2026 offering distances from 8 miles up to 100 miles, with mixed singletrack and meadow terrain, two aid stations, crew access, and finish medals or a buckle for the 100 mile.

Trail race at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve in Peosta, IA on October 3, 2026, offering 5.2 mile, 25K and 50K multi loop courses with creek crossings and steep rugged terrain. Free camping, showers and shuttle service are provided.

A point to point all-trail ultramarathon along the Hennepin Canal near Sterling Illinois offering 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a 100 mile team relay. Aid stations are every 3 to 7 miles and bus service to the start is available for a fee.