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Iowa Trail Run Series: Lake MacBride

Name: Iowa Trail Run Series: Lake MacBride
Start: 2025-04-19
End: 2025-04-19
Location: Solon

Solon, United States • 19 Apr 2025

The Iowa Trail Run Series: Sugar Bottom Spring is a running event taking place in Solon, Iowa, featuring three race distances: a 5K, a 10K, and a half marathon. This event emphasizes community involvement, with a portion of each registration fee supporting the Iowa Coalition of Off-Road Riders, which maintains local trails. Participants can expect well-marked courses, basic timing, and unique race items such as custom bibs and various giveaways.

The event also offers post-race food and activities, making it a fun experience for runners and spectators alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Iowa Solon

Race information

Registration

13 mi

Itrs Sugar Bottom Half Marathon

10 km

Itrs Sugar Bottom 10k

5 km

Itrs Sugar Bottom 5k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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