Trail Running calendar near Dubuque 2026-2027

A six hour trail endurance run in Pinicon Ridge Park near Central City IA, held on a 1.2 mile loop with two large climbs. Course direction changes periodically and awards recognize runners completing 24 or more loops.

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 totaling 31 miles across varied terrain. Distances include 5K, 10K, 15K, and 20K with series awards, age-group prizes, and multi-race apparel for series finishers.

A looped trail event at Lowell Park with multiple timed distances on a 2.25 mile alternating-direction loop, manual lap counting, finishers' items and awards, an aid station with varied food, and a nonrefundable registration policy.

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.

Trail races in Belleville, WI on flat rail trails with 50 Miler, 50K and Half Marathon options. The course includes trestle bridges, scenic views and a quarter-mile tunnel; organizers list aid stations, free photos, pizza and beer.

A multi-distance trail race at Van Peenen Memorial Park in Decorah, IA, featuring single-track courses from 1 mile to 50K with substantial climbing, aid stations, and local fundraising for schools and trail groups.