Trail Running calendar near Solon 2026-2027

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.

A multi-event day in Coal Valley with a 5K Mud Adventure Run, a Ninja Kids Run, and a Cross Country Trail Run. Main obstacles include a Tire Wall, Ninja Scaling Wall and Weight Lift; spectator entry is $7.

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 event on August 8, 2026 at the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site featuring a 5K run on prairie trails and a 1.5K walk.

A 6K run and walk in Springville, Iowa on August 8, 2026, using an alternate town route this year with proceeds going to Springville Sports Boosters.

ScoCo50 at Scott County Park features 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile summer trail races on multi-surface loops with stocked aid stations and online registration only.

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.

A looped trail event at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve offering a one mile loop, two course options with notable elevation, a four hour time limit, and proceeds to the preserve.

Backyard ultra with repeated 4.167 mile loops at Pollmiller Lake Park near West Point, Iowa, on a mixed paved and trail course with camping and basic aid.

Trail run at Wapsi River Environmental Education Center with a self timed 5K and 1 mile course, proceeds benefit the Friends of the Wapsi Center.

A non-timed 2K and 5K trail run/walk at Case Creek Valley that welcomes leashed dogs and supports Rock Island County Animal Care & Control Shelter, with race bibs, optional T-shirts, finisher dog tags, and hydration stations.

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.

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.

Coffee-themed 2K and 5K fun run at Case Creek Trails with on-course coffee stations, post-run hot drinks, optional swag, and proceeds supporting the local animal shelter.

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.

Looped 100-mile and 100K trail races around the Mines of Spain Recreation Area in Dubuque, IA, with varied terrain, scenic Mississippi River views, and significant elevation gain.

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.

Trail races in October at Geode State Park offering 5k, 12k and 25k options, aid stations, T-shirt with registration, dog friendly, and fundraising for concession renovations.