Trail Running calendar near Peosta 2025-2026

The Strawberry Solstice Run is a 10-hour overnight trail running event held at the Millville Bridle Unit in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Scheduled for June 21, 2025, the race features a 5.25-mile loop course with traditional Driftless Area terrain and elevation, including a challenging climb near th..

The House of Hope Trail Blaze is a trail running event held at George Wyth State Park in Waterloo, Iowa. Scheduled for July 12, 2025, the race features scenic hard trails and offers three race options: a Team 10K relay with five participants, an Individual 10K, and an Individual 5K. The event provid..

The Lake Macbride Trail Races, held in Solon, Iowa, offer challenging 50K and 25K trail runs around Lake Macbride State Park, Iowa's largest state park. The course features one or two loops starting and finishing at the Macbride Spillway parking area. Runners experience a mix of crushed limestone tr..

The Mines of Spain Trail Races, held at the EB Lyons Nature Center in Dubuque, Iowa, offer 4-mile, 7-mile, and half marathon trail runs through scenic and challenging terrain. Participants experience diverse trails including dirt single and double tracks, prairie grass paths, rocky technical section..

The New Glarus Woods Trail Run is an annual event held at New Glarus Woods State Park in Wisconsin, part of the Savanna Trail Run Series. The 6th edition features multiple race distances: a 1-mile kids' fun run, 5 km, 8 km, and 16 km trail runs. The event supports the development of mountain bike tr..

Trystan's Backyard Ultra, held at La Riviere Park in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, is a unique endurance running event featuring a challenging 4.167-mile loop through scenic trails with 200–350 feet of elevation gain. Runners must complete each loop within one hour, with the race continuing until onl..

ScoCo50 is a trail running event held at scenic Scott County Park in Long Grove, Iowa, offering 50K, 10-mile, and 5-mile race distances. The course features a mostly dirt and grass trail loop of about 10 miles with approximately 950 feet of elevation gain per loop, winding through wooded and prairie..

The Pleasant Creek Trail Run, held in Palo, Iowa, is an annual trail running event featuring three race distances: 15K, 30K, and 45K. The course runs on Pleasant Creek’s outer equestrian trail loop, primarily on dirt and grass trails with rolling hills and occasional small water crossings. All races..

Last Dot Standing is a unique endurance running event held at Belleville Community Park in Belleville, Wisconsin. Participants alternate running 4.2-mile legs between Belleville and Dot's Tavern, a historic local tavern, with one hour to complete each segment. The race continues hourly until only on..

The 4sta Hike is an annual trail running event held at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve near Andalusia, Illinois, along the Mississippi River. Participants run a challenging 1-mile loop featuring smooth single track, rocks, roots, downed trees, and steep gradients up to 48%. The course offers two option..

The Iowa Trail Run Series: Yellow River State Forest takes place in Harpers Ferry, Iowa, within the unique driftless region known for its varied terrain and scenic valley views. This event offers three race distances: a 5K, 10K, and half marathon, catering to trail runners of all skill levels. Parti..

The Doggone Tired Ultra is a trail running event held at Rodgers Park in Vinton, Iowa. It offers two race distances: a 50K ultra and a 10-mile run. The course features a scenic 10-mile loop around the lake and campground areas, including wood chip trails, grassy fields, wooded sections, and about 3...

The Swiss Valley Trail Races, held in Peosta, Iowa, offer runners three distance options: 5.2 miles, 25K, and 50K. Set within the scenic Swiss Valley Nature Preserve, the course features rugged terrain, creek crossings, and steep inclines, with each 5.2-mile loop climbing approximately 875 feet. The..

The Hennepin Hundred is a premier ultramarathon held in Sterling, Illinois, featuring 100-mile, 50-mile, 50K, and 100-mile team relay races. The point-to-point course follows the scenic, flat, and fast Hennepin Canal State Trail, Illinois’ longest multi-use trail, stretching from Sterling to Colona..

The Trail Run at Indian Lake is an exciting running event held at Indian Lake County Park, featuring two course options: a long course of approximately 10.5 km and a short course of about 5.8 km. The event promotes sustainability by adopting a cup-free policy, encouraging participants to bring their..

The Haunted Heritage Trail Fun Run / Hero Walk in Dyersville, Iowa, offers a festive and spooky running experience with multiple events including a 5K Haunted Heritage Trail Fun Run, a 10K Trail Run, and a 1 Mile Hero Walk. Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes as they navigate a 3...

The Iowa Trail Run Series: Sugar Bottom Fall takes place in Solon, Iowa, offering runners a scenic trail running experience with options of a 5K, 10K, and half marathon. This fall edition allows participants to challenge their times from the spring race and earn bonus swag. The event supports local..

The Backbone Trail Run takes place in Dundee, Iowa, within the scenic Backbone State Park. This event offers two race distances: a moderate 4.3-mile course and a more challenging 10K Lake Loop. Participants enjoy a well-organized trail run featuring a mix of pavement and natural trails, providing be..

The Mines of Spain 100 is a challenging Midwest trail ultramarathon held in Dubuque, Iowa, set in the scenic bluffs, prairies, and forests of the Driftless Region along the Mississippi River valley. The event offers two distances: 100 miles (five loops) and 100 kilometers (three loops) on a roughly..

The Black Hawk Ridge Trail Run will take place in Mazomanie on Sunday 19 October 2025.