Trail Running calendar near Waterloo 2025-2026

Shake off winter with the Groundhog Grind Trail Run at Thomas Mitchell Park in Altoona, Iowa on February 1, 2026. Choose a 5K or 10K loop on scenic, ribbon marked trails that pass ponds, prairie and a red bridge, or run virtually from anywh..

Join the Team Red Shamrock Trail Challenge at Coralville Creekside Park, a charity trail race with 5K and 10 mile options. Enjoy varied single track, grass and paved trails and a post race celebration at Field Day Brewing Co.

Explore Iowa's scenic parks with the Iowa Trail Run Series, offering 5K and 10K races plus kids runs across the state. Expect marked courses, rotating swag, post race fuel and beer, with a season pass option.

Join the Friends of Yellow River State Forest Trail Run/Walk May 8 and 9 in Harpers Ferry, IA for timed trail 5K, 10K and half marathon options through scenic forest terrain. Proceeds support the state forest and awards include unique canva..

Run into evening at McFarland Park near Ames for the Iowa Trail Run Series Midsummer Night's Run, a sunset trail 5K and 10K over single track, prairie and gravel. Enjoy post race food, games and a rotating race item while supporting Story C..

Tackle singletrack at Pleasant Creek Park in Palo, Iowa on Saturday, September 13 for the 11th Pleasant Creek Trail Run. Choose 15K, 30K or 45K and enjoy a scenic counterclockwise course with aid stations and a postrace celebration.

Discover the scenic trails of Yellow River State Forest in Iowa's driftless region near Harpers Ferry with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Tackle varied terrain, soak up valley views, and enjoy camaraderie and post race fun.

Take on rugged trails and creek crossings at the Swiss Valley Trail Races in Peosta, Iowa on Oct 3, 2026, with 5.2 mile, 25k and 50k loop options. Proceeds benefit Friends of Dubuque County Conservation and free camping and shuttles ease ra..