Trail Running Calendar near Dyersville 2026-2027

November 2026

Trail Run 25 km 50 km

Trail endurance runs in the Mines of Spain near Dubuque, IA offering 25K and 50K courses with significant elevation gain and three staffed aid stations.

Nov

14

Sa

Woodpecker Six

Central City | 28 mi from Dyersville

Backyard Ultra

A six hour trail endurance run at Pinicon Ridge Park near Central City, IA, on a 1.2 mile loop with climbs, aid station food, and proceeds supporting trail improvements.

December 2026

Dec

19

Sa

Polar Run 5K and Reindeer Plunge - Center Junction

Jones County | 23 mi from Dyersville

Road Race Trail Run 5 km

A winter event in Central Park, Center Junction on December 19, 2026 with a Candy Cane 800 m, a Polar Run 5K and a Reindeer Plunge into the lake.

January 2027

Jan

16

Sa

Triple D Winter Race

Dubuque | 23 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 5 km Half Marathon Marathon 50 km

A winter endurance event across Dubuque County featuring bike and running races on the Heritage Trail and mixed winter surfaces, organized by volunteer TMBR.

March 2027

Mar

20

Sa

Motor Motor Trail Runs

Elkader | 30 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 5 km 10 km

Experience the rocky trails and scenic valley views of Iowa’s Driftless Area with a 5 km technical trail run or a 10 km gravel path race at the Motor Mill Historic Site.

October 2027

Oct

2

Sa

Swiss Valley Trail Races

Peosta | 13 mi from Dyersville

Trail Run 5 mi 25 km 50 km

Trail races at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve in Peosta, IA offering 5.2 mile loop options of 5.2 miles, 25K, and 50K with creek crossings and rugged climbs.

Oct

15-16

Fr - Sa

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