Trail Running Calendar near Dyersville 2026-2027

October 2026

Trail Run 5 mi 25 km 50 km

Experience the rugged terrain of the Swiss Valley Nature Preserve with loop based trail races through creek crossings and steep inclines in Peosta Iowa.

Oct

10

Sa

Backbone Trail Run

Dundee | 23 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 4 mi 10 km

Trail run and walk at Backbone State Park on October 10, 2026 with two route choices: a 4 mile loop and a 10K lake loop. Day of registration is available and proceeds support Backbone State Park.

Oct

16

Fr

Mines Of Spain 100 - Dubuque, IA

Dubuque | 23 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 100 km 100 mi

A multi loop trail ultramarathon in Dubuque offering 100 mile and 100 kilometer options across varied terrain with substantial elevation gain.

Oct

24

Sa

Pony Hollow Trail Run

Elkader | 30 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 5 km

The 8th Annual Pony Hollow Trail 5K in Elkader on October 24, 2026 supports a trail expansion to link two trailheads into a continuous loop.

November 2026

Nov

7

Sa

Miner 49er

Dubuque | 23 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 25 km 50 km

Experience the scenic Mines of Spain in Dubuque with 25K and 50K trail races featuring stream crossings, technical stone steps, and beautiful Mississippi River views.

Nov

14

Sa

Woodpecker Six

Central City | 28 mi from Dyersville

Backyard Ultra

Test your endurance at Pinicon Ridge Park during this six hour trail race featuring a scenic woodsy loop and a heated lodge for participants.

March 2027

Mar

20

Sa

Motor Motor Trail Runs