Trail Running calendar near Elkader 2026-2027

A trail event in La Crosse, Wisconsin featuring a timed 4.15 mile loop where each runner has up to one hour to finish. Entry options include individual, 2 to 3 person teams, 4 to 6 person teams, and a single-lap entry.

Mountain trail running at Mt. La Crosse on August 7, 2026, with sprint, a 2 mile 1000' vertical run, a ruck challenge, and a kids race.

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.

Scenic trail 5K at White Oak Savanna in Dodgeville WI with on course music, official timing, post run breakfast and a discounted festival ticket option for runners.

Wildcat XC on August 8, 2026 in Janesville, Iowa includes a competitive 5K, a fun 5K, a family run, and a youth 1 mile race. Fees are $30 for the 5K and $15 for the kids mile and all proceeds support the Janesville CSD Cross Country program..

A community 6K run/walk in Springville, Iowa on August 8, 2026 with chip timing, age-group awards, and proceeds benefiting 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.

A timed 4 hour and 8 hour trail endurance event on a 3.15 mile loop at Cedar Bend Park near Waverly, Iowa on September 5, 2026. Laps count only within the time limits and a main aid station serves the start and finish.

A multi-distance trail running event at Pleasant Creek Park on September 12, 2026, with participant packets, aid stations, and awards managed by a local trail nonprofit.

Participate in a timed race through the scenic trails of Onalaska with distances of 13.1 miles and 3.1 miles. Enjoy a route featuring the Great River State Trail and finish with medals and donuts at Swarthout Park.

A community fundraiser at Goose Island Campground in Stoddard, WI offering timed 6 and 24 hour running and walking. Participants set their own goals, from a single loop to more than 100 miles 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.

A women only Last Woman Standing trail event on a roughly one to 1.25 mile loop with 250 to 300 ft of climb per lap near Arena Wisconsin. Laps repeat every 20 minutes until one runner remains.

Trail race at George Wyth State Park near Waterloo IA offering 13K single loop and 25K two-loop courses with limited on course aid and post-race food.

A 5K trail run and walk on September 26, 2026 at Schwertel Family Farms and The Berry Market in Trempealeau WI. The course runs through a corn maze, into a valley and beside a berry patch while a portion of proceeds supports G-E-T Athletes.

A weekend multi-sport event in Yellow River State Forest combining trail running, catch-and-release fly fishing, and craft beer. Organized by Running Rivers, proceeds support habitat improvement and promote responsible outdoor recreation.

Trail races at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve in Peosta offering 50K, 25K and 5.2 mile looped courses with rugged terrain, camping, showers and shuttle service.

Trail ultra at Bethel Horizons in the Driftless Area offering 50K, 20M and 10M looped courses with mixed singletrack, grassy ridgelines, rocky climbs, fully stocked aid stations and chip timing.

A chip timed 5K in Keystone, Iowa on 10/10/2026 where participants wear flag belts and encounter costumed zombies who try to pull flags. Proceeds support Keystone First Responders and Benton Girl's Wrestling.

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.