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Pony Hollow Trail 15K

Name: Pony Hollow Trail 15K
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-10-24
Location: Elkader

Elkader, United States • 24 Oct 2026

Pony Hollow Trail 15K

The Pony Hollow Trail 15K is an annual running event organized by Clayton County Conservation. Held in October, the race features two distinct courses situated within the natural landscapes of the region.

The event offers two distance options for participants:

15 km
5 km

The 5 km route takes participants through the historic Motor Mill park area and utilizes local trails. The courses are designed to showcase the seasonal scenery, specifically focusing on the fall foliage present during late October. The competition provides mapped routes for both the longer 15 km distance and the shorter 5 km distance. This event is currently in its eighth year of operation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Iowa Elkader

Race information

Website

15 km

15k

5 km

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

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