Trail Running calendar near Eau Claire 2026-2027

A trail race weekend at WI Interstate Park with 5K, 10K and a 0.5 mile kids run. Courses use Skyline and Silverbrook trails and include a view of 18 foot Silverbrook Falls, with packet pickup at the Ice Age Center.

A rolling two-loop 5 mile trail race at Spring Lake Park in Hastings with chip timing, a midcourse water stop, and post-race refreshments.

An 11 mile trail race on the Douglas State Trail in Oronoco on August 1, 2026. The course runs on paved rail trail under a tree canopy, celebrates a 50th anniversary, and includes a race gift plus post race refreshments.

A trail event in La Crosse, Wisconsin featuring a timed 4.15 mile loop where each runner has up to one hour to finish. Entry options include individual, 2 to 3 person teams, 4 to 6 person teams, and a single-lap entry.

A series of hill running challenges at Mt. La Crosse, including a steep sprint, a *2 mile* long run with 1000 feet of vertical, a combined challenge, a ruck event and a free kids race, plus a patio party with vendors and live music.

Lyndon Ellefson 5K Trail Run is a 5 kilometer trail race set for Saturday, August 8, 2026. A race brochure and online registration are listed for the event.

A backyard style bingo run around Sunfish Lake on repeated 2.85 mile loops. Runners draw bingo balls after laps finished within a 32 minute window; two card options change total distance and maximum loops.

A community event at Riverwood Nature Center offering a 5K trail run and a 1 Mile nature walk with a kids scavenger hunt and a K9 unit demonstration. The 5K has a $30 entry fee and a t shirt guarantee for pre registration.

Trail race in the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest offering 100 mile 100k and 50k options, campground camping at Spearhead, with much of the route on the Ice Age Trail.

Trail races in St. Croix Falls, WI offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K on mixed single track, gravel and paved surfaces. Online entries limited to 150 and registration runs Nov 28, 2025 to Aug 25, 2026.

Experience a scenic trail race through the hills and prairies of Cottage Grove on unpaved cross country ski paths. Choose between the single loop 5k or the double loop 10k for a diverse multi terrain running experience.

A community trail run in Exeland, Wisconsin supporting the Siri Strong Foundation’s scholarships and youth programs. Distances include a 5K and a 1 mile kids fun run, with age-group awards and top overall medals.

Participate in a timed race through the scenic trails of Onalaska with distances of 13.1 miles and 3.1 miles. Enjoy a route featuring the Great River State Trail and finish with medals and donuts at Swarthout Park.

Trail races of 5 and 10 mile length through Frontenac State Park featuring varied single track, prairie, climbs, and cupless aid stations.

Trail races at William O'Brien State Park with distances of 50K, 25k, 10K and 5k. The 50K uses two 25k loops with aid stations; 5k and 10k finishers receive a full color print.

A 5K trail run and walk on September 26, 2026 at Schwertel Family Farms and The Berry Market in Trempealeau WI. The course runs through a corn maze, into a valley and beside a berry patch while a portion of proceeds supports G-E-T Athletes.

Experience night trail running on the rolling grassy hills of Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Choose between 5k and 10k races or a 6 hour endurance shuffle on lit ski trails.

A 10 miles trail race at Willow River State Park with technical single track, climbs, stairs, a waterfall, and a cupless format with one aid station.

A fixed-time trail event in Winona, MN on October 10, 2026 where participants complete 2.50 mile loops between sunrise and sunset. Options include solo runners, up to five-person relays, a family division, meals, camping, and aid stations.

Tour de Essex on October 10, 2026 at Essex Park in Rochester MN features a trail 7k, a road 10k, and an Essex Challenge for runners who enter both. All event profits support trail maintenance.