Trail Running calendar near Verona 2026-2027

An event in Belleville, WI that alternates hourly 4.2-mile legs between Belleville Community Park and Dot's Tavern until one runner remains; it also offers 24-hour, 48-hour, and 8-hour races with prize pots and mileage buckles.

Experience ten miles of hills and winding trails through the Byron Forest Preserve and Nardi Equine Prairie. This cup free race features cash prizes and a post race celebration with pizza at Hairy Cow Brewing Company.

A 136 mile point to point on the Ice Age State Trail through the Southern Kettle Moraine, with varied trail surfaces, nine staffed aid stations and full on-course support over an approximate 55 hour time limit.

A women only Last Woman Standing trail event on a roughly one to 1.25 mile loop with 250 to 300 ft of climb per lap near Arena Wisconsin. Laps repeat every 20 minutes until one runner remains.

A multi-distance running and walking event at Moraine Hills State Park offering 5K, 10K and half marathon options in person and virtually during September 2026, with courses on crushed limestone trails and support stations along the routes.

An annual trail run and family day in Fort Atkinson that raises funds for research into ataxia-telangiectasia. The event includes a 5k trail run, a one mile walk, kids races, and a virtual participation option.

Trail race at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve near Peosta, Iowa, run on a 5.2 mile loop with significant elevation gain; distances include 5.2 miles, 25K, and 50K. Camping, free showers, and shuttle service are provided.

Trail events at Rock River Heritage County Park on October 3, 2026 include a timed 5K with chip timing and a guided 2.4 mile walk, plus a park celebration with music, food trucks, tastings, and raffles.

Explore the scenic trails and steep hills of Mirror Lake State Park with several distances available. Finish your race with refreshments and s'mores around a campfire while supporting local park projects.

Autumn Leaf Run is a 5K trail event at Oakdale Nature Preserve in Freeport on 10/03/2026. The looped course crosses prairies, creek and wooded trails and raises funds for park improvements through the Freeport Parks Foundation.

A fall trail event at Lapham Peak State Forest featuring timed 5K and 10K runs, accessible walk options, and a free 1K Smokey Bear run for children age 10 and under; participant shirts, awards, and post-event treats are included.

Trail Run at Indian Lake takes place on Oct 3, 2026 at Indian Lake County Park. The event is cup free, includes a free kids run with no registration, and features a post race party with live music and a raffle.

Participate in a half marathon, 5K, or rucking event at Zachariah's Acres in Oconomowoc. Support nature based programs for children with special needs while exploring prairie trails and wildflowers.

Timed ultraruns in Southern Kettle Moraine Forest on Oct 10 to Oct 11, 2026. Solo runners or teams of up to four complete as many 3, 5, or 6 mile McMiller Trail loops as possible in 6, 12 or 20 hour formats.

Trail ultra at Bethel Horizons in the Driftless Area offering 50K, 20M and 10M looped courses with mixed singletrack, grassy ridgelines, rocky climbs, fully stocked aid stations and chip timing.

Trail runs and a 1-mile walk at Fox Hill Nature Preserve on 10/11/2026, held to support conservation in the Cedar Lakes region; varied distances include 5K, 10K, a 1-mile walk, and a Kiddos 1K.

A roughly 20-mile loop trail ultrarun in Dubuque, IA used for both a five-loop 100-mile and three-loop 100k, featuring mixed terrain, significant elevation per loop, and river and bluff views.

A memorial 5K run and 2 mile walk in Roscoe, Illinois on October 17, 2026. The out and back course uses local trails and crushed limestone, includes a water station, and offers a virtual supporter option.

Trail race in Crystal Lake, IL on October 17, 2026 offering 5 Miler and 10 Miler options on single track trails with bonus mileage. Carry your own hydration; finishers receive a race shirt and a skeleton medal.

An October trail run at the Black Hawk Unit of the Lower Wisconsin State Riverway, organized by volunteers. Proceeds support local conservation groups and the event posts results and photos after the run.