Trail Running Calendar Wisconsin 2026-2027

Tuscobia Winter Ultra is a human powered winter adventure on Northern Wisconsin trails, with options to run, bike or ski 80 miles one way or 160 miles out and back. The 160 mile option is an Iditarod qualifier and course is self supported.

Hit the trails at the North End Snowshoe Classic in Cable WI on January 3, 2026, with 5 km and 10 km options for all abilities. Register in advance for a goodie bag and enjoy a friendly club atmosphere on fresh winter terrain.

Run the Whitewalker Ultra 100k in Palmyra WI on January 17 to 18 2026, a winter trail challenge of two 50k loops from Emma Carlin campground across the Ice Age and Scuppernong trails. Limited spots remain so register by January 16.

Brave winter trails at the Phillips Flurry snowshoe run and walk on January 24 in Phillips WI, with 5K and 10K options for in person or virtual participants. Enjoy swag including wool socks, team awards, door prize drawings, and complimenta..

Embrace winter on a scenic Northwoods course at the Himanaji Winter Challenge, a spirited 5.1 km snowshoe race. Enjoy crisp trails, friendly competition, and a great outdoor community vibe.

Wolf Tracks Rendezvous is a single loop cross country ski race at Minocqua Winter Park offering marathon and half distances for skate or classic skiers. An official Birkie Korte qualifier on scenic park trails and a fast course.

On February 7, 2026 join the Frozen Assets 5K in Madison and run or skate across the frozen surface of Lake Mendota, starting and finishing at The Edgewater. Enjoy scenic views of downtown and the UW Madison campus during the Frozen Assets..

Join the Hayward Lions Club Pre Birkie on Feb 7 for classic and skate races along the scenic American Birkebeiner Trail, with 42k and 26k options. Includes a sweatshirt, brat, beverage and sweets, with proceeds supporting service projects.

Join the Squirrel Hill Loopy Loppet at Minocqua Winter Park, a lively cross country ski race offering 6 km or 12 km in skate or classic. Costumes are welcome, there is a school team rate, a post race meal and a youth Beat The Bunny 2k.

Tour de Dodge is a scenic trail running festival at Governor Dodge State Park with 50K, 27K and 10K routes on March 7, 2026. Proceeds benefit local conservation and runners enjoy stocked aid stations, a custom shoe bag and horseshoe finishe..

Run with your dog through scenic wooded single track at Lake Geneva Ziplines, choosing a 4 mile loop or an 8 mile double lap. This friendly canicross event offers water at the start area, prizes for top teams, and a finisher token.

Trailbreaker in Waukesha invites runners to scenic courses along Glacial Drumlin and Fox River trails, with distances from marathon to Kids 1K. New ruck events add variety while proceeds support local parks and the urban forest.

Explore seven walker friendly trail races across Waukesha County and Wisconsin state parks from April to October 2026. Choose 5K 10K half marathon or ruck distances, bring reusable hydration, and chase series points into a final championshi..

Take on a scenic point to point tour of the Northern Kettle Moraine Ice Age Trail in Greenbush, Wisconsin, on April 11. This supported, noncompetitive run offers 50K and 25K options with aid stations, drop bags, and finish refreshments.

Explore forested ski trails at the Iola Spring Trail Race on April 18 in Iola, WI, with a winding 5k and a rugged singletrack 15k that climbs the ski jumping hill. Free kids 1k runs weather permitting.

Join Moonlight Meltdown and Sunset Safari in Belgium, Wisconsin for a flat, well lit 5k or a scenic 10k into Harrington Beach State Park. Chip timing, shirts and refreshments raise funds for Belgium Fire and Rescue and local youth programs.

Discover the Chippewa Trail Races on April 25, 2026 near New Auburn Wisconsin along the Ice Age Trail with distances up to 50K over scenic single track. Expect rolling hills, great aid stations, and a full color finisher print.

Run the Donald Dash Trail Run at Donald County Park in Mount Horeb on May 2, 2026 for scenic prairie, sandy and hilly single track trails and distances of 5 km, 15 km and a Kids One Mile Fun Run. All net proceeds fund Friends of Donald Park..

Run scenic trails through forests, grasslands and panoramic viewpoints at Willow River State Park near Hudson, WI. Choose a single 10 mile loop or tackle two loops for 20 miles, with aid stations and views including Willow Falls.

Popple Shoot Trail Races in Minong, Wisconsin on May 9, 2026 offer trail runs from 10K to 87K across the scenic Wild Rivers Trail and ATV routes. Choose your challenge and enjoy rugged singletrack, supportive aid stations and campground fin..