Wisconsin
Wisconsin Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Wisconsin for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 80 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Wisconsin below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
Experience the technical trails and scenic cliffs of High Cliff State Park in a marathon or half marathon trail run along the shores of Lake Winnebago.
Echo 136 is a 136 mile point to point journey along the Ice Age State Trail in Wisconsin featuring 11,148 feet of elevation gain and a 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.
Trail races and an 8.5 mile trek on the Birkie Trail in Cable, WI on September 26, 2026, including marathon, relay, half, new 10K, 5K, and kids events.
Rump Roast Run in Minocqua features a 1 mile kids run, a 5K and a 10K along Lake Minocqua and the Bearskin State Trail. The races take place with the Beef-A-Rama festival, including live music, food vendors and a beer garden.
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.
A 10th annual farm-based 5k trail run and family day in Fort Atkinson, WI supporting A-T research with in-person and virtual participation options.
Test your endurance with 3, 6, 12, or 24 hour timed trail races featuring scenic loops and rolling hills at the Richard Bong State Recreation Area.
Join this trail event at Minooka Park featuring half marathon 10K and 5K distances. Participants can choose between running walking and rucking on a scenic course with shaded trails and a notable hill challenge.
October 2026
An October event combining in-person 2 km, 5 km and 10 km trail races at SnowKraft Nordic with a virtual challenge to collectively log 99 kilometers in memory of victims.
Trail running and a guided perimeter walk at Rock River Heritage County Park with a timed 5K using chip timing and a heritage celebration with food trucks and live music.
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.
A farm based obstacle course at Heim's Hillcrest Dairy in Algoma covers about 1.5 miles with tasks such as feeding calves and climbing over hay bales. Registration opens July 1 with an early price of $20 until September 1.
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.
Two trail routes around Indian Lake County Park in Cross Plains, Wisconsin feature wetlands, forested slopes, and a section of the Ice Age Trail. The event is cup free and includes post-race music, food, and awards.
A community 2 mile cross country run with a virtual option at Glacier Creek Middle School on October 3, 2026, featuring packet pickup, awards, live timing, and local fundraising.
A community 5K run and walk in Minocqua hosted by the local police association to raise funds for youth and family programs.
A community 5k and a 54 yard dash on October 4, 2026 in Glendale with an out-and-back course on the Oak Leaf Trail. Registration includes all-day entry to Milwaukee's Original Oktoberfest at Old Heidelberg Park.
Community running, rucking, and family walking event on October 10, 2026 in Oconomowoc, with proceeds supporting children with special needs.
Six, 12 and 20 hour trail ultras in the Southern Kettle Moraine Forest with three loop options, solo or relay teams, and a village basecamp.