Trail Running calendar near Van Meter 2026-2027

A community 4K fun run at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Winterset, IA on April 11, 2026. Organized by Madison County Youth Council, registration is $20 and registering before March 21 guarantees an event t-shirt.

This 5K trail race loops through the scenic Kuehn Conservation area along the Raccoon River. The course features prairie trails, woodlands, and floodplains. The event supports the local service projects of the Adel Rotary Club.

Test your strength and stamina at this premier Iowa obstacle course featuring mud, climbing, and jumping across 5K and 6 mile distances. Compete for a gladiator sword or join a team for a weekend of physical challenges.

A free community 5K walk and run at Saydel High School in Des Moines on May 16, 2026. The event features free food, family activities like bounce houses and a dunk tank, and a free medal for participants.

An inclusive community 5k in West Des Moines focused on health equity and cultural awareness. The event uses accessible trails and family friendly activities, with live music, storytime, and spaces for reflection and community connection.

Experience an evening trail race through the woods and prairies of McFarland Park. This summer event offers 5K and 10K distances with post race food and games while supporting local conservation efforts.

The Iowa Trail Run Series: Sleepy Hollow will take place in Des Moines on Saturday 27 June 2026. You can run between 3 and 6 miles.

Join the Treat Trot Des Moines at Riverview Park for timed 15K, 10K, and 5K races or recreational 1 mile and kids runs. Enjoy chip timing, custom medals, and finish line snacks with the whole family.

Trail ultramarathon at Whiterock Conservancy in Coon Rapids, Iowa on July 25, 2026. Races include a 50K and a 50 mile on looped trails with regular aid stations and awards, with proceeds donated to the conservancy.

Experience a summer running tradition in Des Moines with distances including a half marathon, 10K, and 5K. Enjoy chip timed results, free photos, and finisher medals followed by ice cream at the finish line.

A backyard ultra at 2308 Victory Lane in Bussey, IA where runners complete 4.167 mile laps every hour for up to 12 hours, with crew aid allowed between laps and a 12 hour race cap.

A rural ultra in Booneville, Iowa that runs through the Bridges of Madison County. Distances range from 10K to 100 mile, with marked ultra courses and limited crew support introduced for 2026.

Experience the Iowa Trail Run Series at Jester Park featuring 5K, 10K, and 10 hour enduro options. Run along the shores of Saylorville Lake past buffalo enclosures on a mix of grass and dirt trails.

Enjoy a 5k fun run starting and ending at Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company in Bondurant. Participants of all levels can run or walk a course passing Lake Petocka before celebrating with live music and local craft beer.

The Wild Boar Challenge is a 5-mile off-road obstacle course in Saint Charles, Iowa. Organized locally, it lets runners help design the obstacles they'll tackle. All funds raised support the local Iowa community.

A backyard ultra at Lake Ahquabi where runners complete repeating 4.167-mile laps, each within 60 minutes. The last runner to finish one more lap than anyone else wins; there is no preset race cap.

A fall trail race in Brown's Woods, West Des Moines offering 5K, 10K and 15K on a 5K outer loop through single and double track dirt trails. Limited parking, course markings, and proceeds support local trail stewardship.

A trail running event at Whiterock Conservatory in Coon Rapids on November 7, 2026, offering 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and 30K distances with published entry fees by distance.

Born to Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run start at Confluence Brewing Company in Des Moines with chip timing and finish line video. Proceeds benefit Mary's Helping Hands and the event welcomes walkers, strollers and leashed dogs.

A trail-based endurance event at Jester Park, Granger, Iowa, offering 10M, 50K, 50M and 100M distances with UTMB indexing for the longer races, basic stocked aid stations, cupless policy, and pacer rules for the 100 miler.