What are we about?

The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You’ll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. 

Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day!

Plenty of post-race food to refuel including free beer provided by Singlespeed Brewery! Games! Giveaways from sponsors!

Kids Races

Every Iowa Trail Run Series event features a FREE kids race! 

The kids races vary in distance between 1/2 and 1 mile. Kids 12 and under are welcome to grab a bib and run! We usually have some schwag for the kiddos too!

Kids 12 and Under that would like to run the full distance 5K or 10K will need to register as a standard runner.

Find your happy on the trails

Center Trails
Des Moines, IA

April 5th, 2025

Sugar Bottom (Spring)
Iowa City, IA

April 19th, 2025

Ledges
Madrid, IA

June 7th, 2025

Midsummer Night's Run
Ames, IA

June 21st, 2025

Annett Nature Center Indianola, IA

August 16th, 2025

Yellow River State Forest
Harpers Ferry, IA

September 21st, 2025

Jester Park
Granger, IA

September 28th, 2025

Sugar Bottom (Fall)
Iowa City, IA

October 5th, 2025

Waubonsie
Hamburg, IA

November 9th, 2025

What's Included?

Customized Bib
Mug
Socks
Stocking Cap
AI H20 Bottle
Headlamp
Post Race Food & Refreshments
Race Photos

SPONSORS