Trail Running calendar near Nashotah 2025-2026

Run through snow and ice this winter in the Tour de Trails, a four race series around Rockford and Byron from Dec 20 to Mar 21. Choose 3, 6, 9 or 12 mile courses and support the Rockford Road Runners.

Run winter single track in Crystal Lake at the Frozen Gnome on Jan 10, a Triple Black Diamond loop through Veteran Acres. Choose 50K, 10K or 50K relays for teams of 2 or 5 and warm up at the Gnome Depot with hot food and coffee.

Kick off your trail season in Crystal Lake with the 50K MASHUP SLAM on January 10, 2026. Join a Midwest series of challenging 50K and 53K races that reward cumulative finish times and finisher buckles.

Take on the Whitewalker Ultra 100k at Emma Carlin in Palmyra WI on Jan 17 and 18, 2026, with two scenic 50k loops through Ice Age and Scuppernong trails. Enjoy staffed aid stations and 24 hours to finish this memorable winter trail challeng..

Brave winter woods with Tour de Trails, a four race trail series around Rockford offering 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile courses on natural snowy and icy trails. Choose single races or a full series and support Rockford Road Runners community programs..

Chill out and race the Frozen Tundra IPA 5K along the Des Plaines River Trail in Lincolnshire, then warm up at a lively post race party at Half Day Brewing with beer, food and prizes. Limited to 300 spots so register early.

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..

Brave winter woods with Tour de Trails, a four race trail series around Rockford offering 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile courses on natural snowy and icy trails. Choose single races or a full series and support Rockford Road Runners community programs..

Brave winter woods with Tour de Trails, a four race trail series around Rockford offering 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile courses on natural snowy and icy trails. Choose single races or a full series and support Rockford Road Runners community programs..

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..

Tackle the scenic Northern Kettle Moraine on a point to point trail run through rolling ski trails, rocky singletrack and the forest high point. Choose 50K or 25K with shuttle service, aid stations and post run food at Greenbush Group Camp.

Celebrate Earth Day on April 18 at Veterans Acres in Crystal Lake with scenic single track trails and rolling hills, choosing from 50K, 15 mile or 5 mile distances. Enjoy a big aid station with homemade snacks and bring a reusable bottle.

Childish Nonsense is a playful trail run at Deer Grove in Palatine offering distances from 10K to 50 miles on mostly smooth looped trails. Expect laps, an on course aid station, and plenty of shenanigans from the whimsical organizers.

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.

Take on the Donald Dash Trail Run on May 2, 2026 at Donald County Park in Mount Horeb, WI with scenic 5 km and 15 km options over prairie, single track, sand and hills. Limited to about 300 runners, all proceeds fund Friends of Donald Park..

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..

Run scenic flat trails along the Badger State and Sugar River in Belleville WI at the Sugar Badger 50 Miler, 50K and Half Marathon on May 23, 2026. Enjoy generous cutoffs, stocked aid stations, a quarter mile tunnel so bring a light, plus p..

Challenge yourself on the scenic Kettle Moraine trails in LaGrange WI with distances from 38 miles to the full 100 miler and team relays. A largely Ice Age Trail course and Western States qualifying time make this a classic ultrarun.

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..