Trail Running calendar near Elkader 2026-2027

Trail run in Dubuque on May 2, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances. The event features marked trails, basic timing, a custom bib, a rotating race item, and post-race food; series entry includes a series gift.

Event Overview The Friends of Yellow River State Forest Trail Run is the seventh annual running event held in the state forest. It takes place over two days, with events on May 8 and 9, 2026. The event is organized by the Friends of Yellow..

Rumble on the Ridge is a Last Person Standing loop race in Arena, Wisconsin on May 16, 2026 where runners repeat a roughly one mile loop with a twenty minute cutoff until one person completes every lap.

Timed 8 hour and 4 hour loop trail events at Chestnut Mountain Resort near Galena, Illinois, with 2.91 and 0.6 mile loops, timing-based mileage awards, a finisher medal, and an on-site meal and after party.

Test your endurance at George Wyth State Park by completing ten 5k runs every couple of hours over a full day. Enjoy hot meals and paved trails while working toward a unique handmade finisher prize.

Test your fitness at the Hixon Trail Series in La Crosse. This monthly four part timed trail running series takes place from May through August at Old Quarry Road.

Crater Trail Run in Decorah, Iowa offers off road single track races from a kids mile to a 50K, with marked trails, several aid stations, and proceeds supporting local schools, trails and parks.

A 5K Run/Walk at Camp Courageous in Monticello, IA on June 13, 2026 featuring a scenic trail route, packet pickup on June 12 and race day, race shirts for registrants by May 16, and age group awards.

The Strawberry Solstice Run is a 10 hour overnight timed trail event on a 5.25 mile loop at Millville Bridle Unit in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. The field is limited to 75 runners and the course uses one aid station on site.

A trail running event at George Wyth State Park on July 11, 2026 offering team and individual races, with timing by True Time Racing Services and top three awards in each category.

Trail races at Lake Macbride State Park in Solon, IA feature 50K and 25K courses on mostly trail terrain with multiple aid stations, packet pickup options, limited entries, and awards by gender and age groups.

Experience the unique Run Until Done format on a 4.15 mile trail loop in La Crosse. Participate as an individual or in teams of up to six people to test your endurance against the clock.

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.

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.

Test your limits at the Cedar Bend Endurance Event in Waverly, Iowa. Run as many laps as possible of a scenic 3.15 mile trail loop during a 4 hour or 8 hour timed challenge.

A trail race at Pleasant Creek County Park in Palo, Iowa offering 15K, 30K, and 45K on a 15K equestrian loop with dirt and grass trails, rolling hills, post-race cookout, awards, and timed results.

A nonprofit timed running and walking event at Goose Island Campground in Stoddard, WI offering six hour and 24 hour formats. Participants range from single-loop walkers to runners posting 40+ miles in six hours or 100+ in 24 hours.

Experience the unique terrain of the driftless region at Yellow River State Forest. Choose from 5K 10K or half marathon distances and enjoy post race food games and sponsor giveaways.

Women only Last Woman Standing trail event on a family farm near Madison, Wisconsin. Runners repeat 1.0 to 1.25 mile loops with at least 250 ft of climb per lap until one woman remains.

A runnable single track trail race at George Wyth State Park near Waterloo, IA, offered as 13K and 25K. The course runs through woods, prairie, and lakefront areas with limited on course aid and post race food near Canfield Shelter.