Trail Running calendar near Dubuque 2026-2027

A cross-country 5k and youth 1.6-mile event in Verona, WI on July 12, 2026, with individual and team competition, age-group and team awards, and proceeds supporting the Movin' Shoes Running Club scholarship fund.

A repeat-loop endurance event at Lowell Park in Dixon, IL offering 6, 12 and 24 hour options on a 0.411 mile paved loop. Self supported with space for personal aid stations, water provided, and a three person relay option.

Trail races at Lake Macbride State Park in Solon, IA on July 18, 2026 offering 25K and 50K looped courses. The route stays mostly on trails with multiple aid stations, limited field size, and on site parking nearby.

Experience the natural beauty of Decoronah during the Nordic Fest Elveløpet. Run or walk along the Upper Iowa River on courses ranging from a family friendly 5k to a 15k trail route.

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.

An evening trail event in Dixon, IL offering 5, 10 and 15 Miler options plus a 15 Miler relay. The looped grass, gravel, and dirt course includes single track, one aid station at start and finish, finish snacks, and awards.

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 6K run/walk in Springville, Iowa on August 8, 2026, using an alternate town route this year instead of the quarry. Chip timing, age-group and overall awards, packet pickup on race day; proceeds benefit 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.

A community cross country style event at Lussier Stadium in Madison featuring a 5 km run and a 1 mile walk; established as a memorial and serving as a fundraiser for LaFollette High School middle school feeder schools.

Multi-hour looped trail challenges at Blackhawk Ski Club in Middleton, WI, with individual and team relay options, plus a 1.7 mile fun run that highlights the course features and terrain.

ScoCo50 is a summer trail event at Scott County Park near Long Grove, IA offering 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on a mostly dirt and grass looped course with staffed aid stations, limited crew access, and a strict no‑refund policy.

A new trail race in Verona, Wisconsin offering 5K and 10K courses through prairies, woodlands and oak savannas. Net proceeds support Prairie Moraine Friends for park restoration; parking is limited and ride sharing is encouraged.

Pleasant Creek Trail Run on September 12, 2026 in Palo, Iowa offers 15K, 30K and 45K looped trail races on dirt and grass with rolling hills, age group and overall awards, cash prizes, and a post-race cookout.

A four hour, looped trail event on a one mile circuit at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve near Andalusia, Illinois City. The course features single track, rocks and steep sections and offers a Hard option with greater elevation per loop.

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.

Last Dot Standing in Belleville WI alternates repeated 4.2 mile legs between Belleville Community Park and Dot's Tavern until one runner remains. Separate 24 hour and 48 hour races use the same course and offer distance buckles and prize pa..