Trail Running calendar near Dubuque 2026-2027

A trail 5K at Byron Forest Preserve with chip timing and awards by age group, plus a 1 mile Fun Run with a participation medal. Parking and indoor restrooms are available onsite.

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 timed endurance event at Lowell Park where participants loop a .411 mile paved course for 6, 12, or 24 hours, solo or in three-person relays, self-supported with a central tent area and volunteer oversight.

Trail races at Lake Macbride State Park near Solon, IA on July 18, 2026 offering 25K and 50K looped courses. The route stays mostly on trails, features multiple aid stations per loop, and the field is capped at 175 runners.

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 night trail event in Dixon, Illinois on August 8, 2026, held on a roughly five mile loop with multiple distance options and a three person relay. One aid station, participant tees, and awards for top finishers.

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.

Trail races at Scott County Park near Long Grove, IA on August 29, 2026 offer 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on a multi loop course with stocked aid stations and a no refund registration 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.

Trail races of 15K, 30K and 45K at Pleasant Creek Park in Palo, Iowa on September 12, 2026. The event uses a 15K equestrian loop with dirt and grass trails, offers awards and cash prizes, and includes a post-race cookout.

A four hour looped trail event at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve featuring a one mile loop with steep gradients and off trail sections. Prizes go to the runners with the most loops and proceeds support the preserve.

Alternating one hour legs of 4.2 miles between Belleville Community Park and Dot's Tavern form a last person standing race. The weekend also features 24 hour and 48 hour races on the same loop with distance buckles and prize pots.

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.