Trail Running calendar near Shell Rock 2026-2027

House of Hope Trail Blaze is a trail race at George Wyth State Park in Waterloo on July 11, 2026, offering team and individual 10K and 5K options with timed results and top-three awards in each category.

Experience the natural beauty of Decoronah during the Nordic Fest Elveløpet. Run or walk along the Upper Iowa River on courses ranging from a family friendly 5k to a 15k trail route.

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 6K run/walk in Springville, Iowa on August 8, 2026, using an alternate town route this year instead of the quarry. Chip timing, age-group and overall awards, packet pickup on race day; proceeds benefit 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.

Trail races of 15K, 30K and 45K at Pleasant Creek Park in Palo, Iowa on September 12, 2026. The event uses a 15K equestrian loop with dirt and grass trails, offers awards and cash prizes, and includes a post-race cookout.

Fast Track Trail Race on September 26, 2026 at George Wyth State Park in Waterloo, Iowa offers runnable single track with 13K and 25K options. The event provides limited aid, race photos, event swag, awards, and post-race food.

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.

A trail running event at Backbone State Park in Dundee, Iowa, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, organized by Backbone Lake Friends, offering a 4.3 mile Original route and a 10K Lake Loop with stated difficulty levels.

A 48 hour endurance event in Cedar Falls with repeated 4 mile legs every four hours and an optional 2 mile add-on. Teams of 2 to 4 can split legs and the course uses paved trails and a disc golf area.

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.

A six hour trail endurance run in Pinicon Ridge Park near Central City IA, held on a 1.2 mile loop with two large climbs. Course direction changes periodically and awards recognize runners completing 24 or more loops.

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.

A multi-distance trail race at Van Peenen Memorial Park in Decorah, IA, featuring single-track courses from 1 mile to 50K with substantial climbing, aid stations, and local fundraising for schools and trail groups.