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Trail Running Calendar near Central City 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Central City for 2026-2027! We've gathered 5 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026
Oct
10
Sa

Backbone Trail Run

Trail Run 4 mi 10 km
Trail run and walk at Backbone State Park on October 10, 2026 with two route choices: a 4 mile loop and a 10K lake loop. Day of registration is available and proceeds support Backbone State Park.
Oct
10
Sa

Kiwanis Glow Trail 5K Fun Run

Trail Run 5 km
Community run in Vinton on October 10 2026 with a 5K and a 1 mile option, hosted by the Vinton Noon Kiwanis Club to benefit Operation Backpack.
November 2026
Nov
14
Sa

Woodpecker Six

Backyard Ultra
Six hour trail run at Pinicon Ridge Park in Central City IA on Nov 14, 2026, using a 1.2 mile wooded loop with two large climbs.
December 2026
Dec
19
Sa

Polar Run 5K and Reindeer Plunge - Center Junction

Road Race Trail Run 5 km
A winter event in Central Park, Center Junction on December 19, 2026 with a Candy Cane 800 m, a Polar Run 5K and a Reindeer Plunge into the lake.
September 2027
Sep
11
Sa

Pleasant Creek Trail Run

Trail Run 15 km 30 km 45 km
Trail races of 15K, 30K and 45K at Pleasant Creek Park in Palo, IA, on a 15K looped trail with awards, cash prizes and a post-race cookout.
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