Trail Running calendar near Whitewater 2026-2027

This cross country run on July 4th in Williams Bay offers a 5K on grass trails through the Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. A kids' quarter-mile event is also available. Registration is online only, with awards for top age-group finishers.

Event Overview The DWD Devil's Lake is a trail running event scheduled for July 11, 2026. It takes place at Devil's Lake, an area noted for its geological features formed in the ice age. The event is located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, just nort..

This 10k walk/run explores the trails of Kettle Moraine State Forest in Wisconsin. It's a cup-less event with water refills and snacks provided. A portion of donations supports The Salvation Army.

This annual community event in Sun Prairie features a 5k race and a kids' fun run, with a course on neighborhood bike paths. Proceeds go directly to support the local high school cross country team.

Run the Hawk offers timed trail challenges on a scenic 2.25-mile loop at Wisconsin's Blackhawk Ski Club. Choose from 3, 6, or 12-hour solo or relay events, or a shorter 1.7-mile fun run. The event features unique course landmarks, team tent..

Run the Rails offers a unique 1, 4, or 7-mile run starting from Prairie Park in Elburn. The courses cross a rail line bridge, providing views of the surrounding countryside. This community event supports the Elburn Parks Commission.

The Summer Trail Classic offers three distances on the single-track trails of Paul Douglas Forest Preserve. It's the third race in a yearly trail series, with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance. Participants receive a running vest..

Experience a technical trail race through the bluffs and forests of Franklin Creek State Natural Area. Choose between 5K and 10K distances featuring multiple creek crossings and significant elevation gains.

Course and Terrain The Echo 136 is a 136-mile ultramarathon that uses the Ice Age State Trail. The course travels north from the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest near Whitewater, Wisconsin. The terrain includes wide groomed..

Event Details The Hindsight Ultra Trail Runs take place in Dixon, Illinois. The event offers four distances: a 100 Miler, a 100k, a 50k, and a 25K. The course consists of loops starting behind the Dixon Park District Facility. Each loop is..

Experience natural dirt trails and scenic views at this Janesville event featuring a competitive 5k run and casual walk. Stay for the heritage celebration with food trucks and live music after you finish.

Run through scenic Mirror Lake State Park on trails featuring lake views, sandstone cliffs, and hills. Choose from distances including a kids' mile, a 5K walk or run, a 10K, or a half marathon. Post-race treats include s'mores by a campfire..

Experience a chip timed 5k trail run through the diverse terrain and scenic landscapes of Oakdale Nature Preserve. All proceeds support local park projects and trail maintenance.

Run or walk along the tree lined Oak Leaf Trail before finishing at the Oktoberfest celebration in Glendale. This event features a 5k run and a 54 yard dash with post race refreshments and festival entry.

A fall event at Zachariah's Acres in Oconomowoc that raises funds for children with special needs. Routes include a half marathon, two 5K options including ruck, and a one mile family walk and roll through prairie and woodland scenery.

Event Overview The Broken Rock Trail Runs take place at Bethel Horizons in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, within the Driftless Area. The event name comes from the Broken Rock Trail, which features a steep rock-stair climb near the finish. Distances..

Experience a fast and flat crushed gravel trail through the forests and wetlands of Lake County. Featuring four distances from a half marathon to a 50 mile ultra, these races offer a scenic out and back course perfect for personal bests.

Run or walk through the beautiful Fox Hill Nature Preserve this fall. Choose from trail runs, a walk, or a kids' race, all supporting local land conservation. Experience deciduous forests, restored prairies, and scenic glacial moraines.

Join the Jaimie Cox Memorial Run on October 17, 2026 in Roscoe, Illinois for a community 5K or 2 mile walk along the scenic Stone Bridge Trail. Family friendly with kids and virtual options, supporting the Jaimie Cox scholarship.

Take on the Soul Crusher trail run through the forested paths of Veteran Acres & Sternes Woods in Crystal Lake. The event features a 5-mile loop course with a chance for extra mileage, finishing with a unique skeleton medal. Prepare for a c..