Crater Trail Run

Decorah, United States • 7 Jun 2025

The Crater Trail Run takes place in Decorah, Iowa, featuring challenging off-road single-track trails in Van Peenen Memorial Park, part of a 17+ mile mountain bike trail system. The event offers multiple distances: 50K, 25K, 10K, 5K, and a Kids Mile, with significant elevation gains ranging from 613 to over 5,500 feet. Runners experience scenic bluff country with marked, groomed trails and aid stations providing water, hydration drinks, and food. The race supports local causes including the Northeast Iowa Montessori School and Decorah Human Powered Trails. The atmosphere is community-focused, encouraging outdoor fitness and appreciation of nature in a unique Midwestern setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
5500 m+
50k
25 km
2750 m+
25k
10 km
1383 m+
10k
5 km
613 m+
Kids Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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