Lake Manawa
Trail Running Calendar near Lake Manawa 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Lake Manawa for 2026-2027! We've gathered 12 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
An untimed adventure run in the Loess Hills at Glenwood Lake Park on September 5, 2026, featuring switchback trails, wooded sections, creek crossings and natural obstacles. Finishers receive a "Conqueror of the Loess" medallion.
The inaugural Todd Peverill Cross Country Festival brings middle school, high school, elite and kids races to Glenwood Lake Park on September 5, 2026, with limited team and elite entries and medals plus gift card awards for top finishers.
A 5K obstacle trail run and a 1 Mile kids obstacle course at Arrowhead Park near Neola, Iowa on September 19, 2026. The event features multiple obstacles, optional Open Wave participation, and top-10 medals for Competitive Wave finishers.
October 2026
A 5K trail run and walk at Hitchcock Nature Center on October 4, 2026, with early registration pricing and race morning packet pickup.
Three out-and-back trail races on the Wabash Trace Nature Trail in Council Bluffs with a 200-runner field limit and chip timing.
November 2026
December 2026
A multi-distance trail event at Hitchcock Nature Center offering 100 mile, 101K, 50 mile and half marathon loops with three staffed aid stations per full loop. Proceeds support Hitchcock Nature Center and the local trail system.
June 2027
5K mud run at Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch in Papillion NE on June 13, 2027; waivers required and spectators $10 cash.
July 2027
Family-friendly 5k at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard on July 3, 2027 with timing by J3 Timing, T-shirt, finisher medal and a pour of wine.
An inaugural Half Marathon, 10K and 5K on the Wabash Trace Trail in Council Bluffs with chip timing, aid stations, virtual entries, and a charity partner.