Trail Running calendar near Janesville 2026-2027

A timed 5k trail run or walk at Connorridge Farms in Oxford, Iowa, with a Virtual 5k option, prairie views, a prairie identification challenge, awards, and on-site finish line music.

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.

Trail race at Pilot Knob State Park in Forest City, IA, offering 5K and 10K distances with overall and age-group awards. Registration takes place at the park Stone Shelter and refreshments follow the race.

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.

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 non timed 1 mile and 3 mile walk and run around Hickory Grove Lake at Snow Bunting Lodge. The event raises funds for Chase Away K9 Cancer in memory of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog named Remy and welcomes pets.

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.

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.

A charity running event in Solon, Iowa featuring a timed 5K and a Monster Mile, with all proceeds to the Arthritis Foundation to support pediatric rheumatic disease awareness.

A 48 hour endurance event in Cedar Falls with repeated 4 mile legs, individual and team relay options, on course meals, participant sweatshirts and finisher medals.

Experience the seasonal beauty of Clayton County at the Pony Hollow Trail 15K and 5K. Run through the historic Motor Mill park area and enjoy the autumn foliage on this established trail course.

Six hour trail endurance run at Pinicon Ridge Park in Central City IA on November 14 2026 featuring a 1.2 mile loop with two large climbs and aid station food.

Trail races at Yellow River State Forest on May 7–8, 2027 include 5K, 10K and half marathon options with timed results and age-group awards.

A semi self supported 200 mile point to point race in Iowa, mostly on paved trails closed to motor vehicles. The course runs from Marshalltown to Jefferson, offers seven aid and sleep stations, and features live GPS tracking.

Trail race at Van Peenen Memorial Park in Decorah, IA offering 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K and a kids mile on marked single track trails with significant climbing.