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Lake Macbride Trail Races

Solon, United States • 19 Jul 2025

The Lake Macbride Trail Races, held in Solon, Iowa, offer challenging 50K and 25K trail runs around Lake Macbride State Park, Iowa's largest state park. The course features a one or two-loop route starting and finishing at the Macbride Spillway parking area. Runners experience a mix of crushed limestone trails, technical snowmobile trails, single track, prairie, and hills, with four well-stocked aid stations per loop.

The race emphasizes trail running, avoiding major roads, and includes a festive post-race party. Registration is capped to ensure quality race management, and awards are given to top finishers by gender and age groups. Volunteers play a key role in supporting the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Iowa Solon

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50 km
50k
25 km
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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