Trail Running calendar near Elkader 2026-2027

Trail races at Van Peenen Memorial Park in Decorah, Iowa on June 6, 2026. Distances range from a kids mile to a 50K on marked single track trails with aid stations; proceeds benefit local schools and trails.

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.

An overnight 10 hour trail run on a 5.25 mile loop at the Millville Bridle Unit near Prairie du Chien, WI, limited to 75 runners with a single aid station and basic on-course services.

House of Hope Trail Blaze on July 11, 2026 at George Wyth State Park features a 6.2-mile loop through the park and Hartman Reserve. Team and individual 5K and 10K options include official timing and top-three awards.

A trail race at Lake Macbride State Park on July 18, 2026, offering 25K and 50K options on mostly off-road loops with multiple aid stations and limited entry.

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.

A mountain running event at Mt. La Crosse on August 7, 2026, featuring a 1200 m sprint, a 2 miles trail with 1000 feet vertical gain, a kids race for under 18s, and a ruck challenge with provided weights.

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.

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..

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.

Pleasant Creek Trail Run in Palo, Iowa offers three loop-based distances on the park's 15K equestrian outer loop and includes timing, awards and a post race cookout. The event is organized by the Eastern Iowa Trail Alliance.

A timed fundraiser at Goose Island Campground in Stoddard, Wisconsin offering six hour and twenty four hour run or walk options where participants set their own distance goals, from a single loop to ultramarathon totals.

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 in Waterloo IA offering 13K and 25K on runnable dirt single track. Limited on course aid and finish area food near Canfield Shelter.

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 a mostly flat five mile trail run with catch and release fly fishing and local craft beer. Proceeds support coldwater and habitat projects in northeastern Iowa.

Trail race at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve near Peosta, Iowa, run on a 5.2 mile loop with significant elevation gain; distances include 5.2 miles, 25K, and 50K. Camping, free showers, and shuttle service are provided.

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.