Trail Running Calendar Iowa 2026-2027

Trail races at Jester Park beside Saylorville Lake include 5K, 10K and a new enduro where runners repeat a 3.1 mile loop over 10 hours. The event features marked courses, basic timing, a custom bib, rotating race items and post-race food.

Trail races at Yellow River State Forest on September 20, 2026 offer 5K, 10K and half marathon options on varied trails with valley views. The event includes course support, a custom bib, rotating race items and post race food.

Run the fast, smooth dirt trails of George Wyth State Park in Iowa. Choose a 13K or 25K loop through woods and prairie. Celebrate your finish with food, including breakfast pizza.

Trail races through the Swiss Valley Nature Preserve feature 5.2-mile, 25K, and 50K distances on a rugged loop with creek crossings. The event includes free camping, showers, and shuttles, with proceeds supporting local conservation.

Event Overview The Mines of Spain 100 is a trail race taking place in Dubuque, Iowa. The event offers two distances: a 100-mile race and a 100-kilometer race. Both races start at Louis Murphy Park. Course Details The course consists of a lo..

Meyerhoff's Mayhem is a unique 48-hour endurance challenge in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Runners complete a 4-mile loop every 4 hours, with team relay and individual options. The event includes provided meals and commemorative gear, all held in mem..

Hit the flat, fast Wabash Trace Nature Trail for the Yippee-Ki-Yay Races in Council Bluffs. Choose from a 50 km ultra, a half marathon, or a 10 km run on this scenic rails-to-trails course. The event is capped at 200 runners and finishes wi..

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.

Choose your challenge at Jester Park in Iowa, with trail distances from 10 miles to 100 miles. The cupless race features rolling hills, a flat section, and basic aid stations. Pacers are welcome for the longer distances.

The Sycamore 8 is an 8-mile winter trail run on the scenic Sycamore Trail along the Des Moines River. The event is capped at 300 participants and features a post-race gathering. It takes place in Johnston, Iowa, during the first weekend of..

The Hitchcock Experience Endurance Runs feature four trail distances at the scenic Hitchcock Nature Center in Iowa. With a 125-runner cap for the longer races, it's a focused event for dedicated endurance athletes.