Whitewater Trail Challenge

Whitewater, United States • 20 Jun 2026

Whitewater Trail Challenge - Whitewater, WI

The Whitewater Trail Challenge takes place on a scenic segment of the Ice Age Trail, with an out-and-back course from Rice Lake near the town of Whitewater. The route shows glacial landforms and moves across sections that range from smooth and well maintained to more technical footing, reflecting the patchwork nature of the Ice Age Trail.

Distances offered include:

  • 10K
  • Half marathon (21K)
  • 50K

The course runs on rolling hills and well established trails during the summer season. Average temperature for the event is listed as 19ºC / 67ºF and average altitude about 275 m / 900 ft. Course maps and elevation profiles are available for each distance. For the 50K, runners must carry at least 1 liter of water capacity. Intermediate race cutoffs are safety based and will be indicated by race staff and volunteers; a detailed athlete guide with cutoff information will be provided. The event location is Rice Lake Nature Trail (Lot 1 & 2), 221 North Prince St., Whitewater, WI. The nearest major airport is Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE). Past event results are available for previous editions, and registrations are noted as open. Volunteer roles are available with opportunities to earn race credits and merchandise. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
Trail 50k
Half Marathon
Trail Half Marathon
10 km
Trail 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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