The Bear River Backyard Ultra is a backyard ultra and ultra event held on Friday, November 13, 2026. It is located at 2173 Hwy 136 in Delmar, Iowa.
Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM
The Timber City Adventure Race in Maquoketa, Iowa is an exciting annual event that combines outdoor challenges and athleticism with canoeing/kayaking, biking and running. This race can be done in
teams or individually. Here are the key details:
Date: June 27, 2026
Canoe/Kayak: Participants start with an 11-mile canoe or kayak journey on the Maquoketa River. The river winds below towering limestone bluffs and through secluded valleys, providing a scenic and adventurous experience.
Biking: After the water leg, racers transition to a 12-mile bike ride. The bike route begins with a challenging incline before continuing through picturesque landscapes.
Run: The final segment is a 5K run, which combines running through Maquoketa's beautiful trails and downtown areas. The race concludes on Main Street.
Location: The race starts in Maquoketa, Iowa and finishes in Maquoketa, Iowa, offering participants a chance to explore the natural beauty of Jackson County.
Whether you’re an experienced racer or a first-timer, the Timber City Adventure Race promises an exhilarating day of physical activity and camaraderie. Lace up your shoes, paddle those canoes, and pedal through the scenic landscapes—it’s an adventure you won’t forget!
25 Miles Run Trail Triathlon
Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
The Fillmore 5K is a 3.1 mile race at Fillmore Golf Course. The course will be the Saturday following the High School Cross Country meet and held on the same course.
This is a unique and challenging
course, for locals some may have ran this course during high school cross country. Fall in Dubuque County is a great time for running and enjoying the outdoors.
This is a fundraiser for Dubuque County Conservation with all entry fees going as a donation to Dubuque County Conservation towards conservation and trail stewardship. The event will also be hosted by volunteers and friends of Dubuque County Conservation.
Race will be chip timed by Kauder Racing.
There will be 1 Water Station at approx. Mile 1.5 (Halfway point)
Finish Line will provide Water, Bananas, and Chocolate Milk
Special Awards for Top 3 Male and Female Overall.
Awards for Top Male and Female of each Age Division.
Runners will receive a super soft Tri-Blend T-shirt.
Parking along Fairway Rd. will be closest to the Start / Finish Line. The starting line on the map is signified by the triangle, and the finish line will be just South of that signified by the dot on the map. These are both near the tee box for the 3rd hole on the golf course.
5k Run Trail
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Join us Saturday, October 31st for our 9th annual Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8K!
This is a fast, flat half marathon along the
scenic Galena River Trail. An 8K race option is also offered.
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE MEDALS & SHIRT IF REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 28th!
**Due to Galena Halloween festivities on that day, the course will close at 11:00 AM. Because of this no walkers are allowed for the half marathon and runners must finish before the course closes.
🔷 Packet Pickup will be Friday, Oct 30th from 4:00 pm -7:00 pm and Saturday morning 7:00 am -7:45 am below the Highway 20 bridge in the Train Depot parking area where the race is also held. Friends are allowed to pick up for another participant.
🔷 Gear Check is available at the packet pickup table. Please have your gear bag labeled.
🔷 Hydration/fuel stations with water, electrolyte beverage and GU will be at miles 2, 3.5, 9, 11, 12.
Age groups are as follows:
19 and under
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
90 and up
🔹Course Route: this is an out and back course, utilizing first the south end of the trail and turning around at the 5.50 mile marker and return to the start, which would be the equivalent of 11 miles, runners will then proceed around the start and head north on the trail for a short out and back for the remaining mileage, back to finish line for your 13.10 miles!🎉
For the 8k distance, the course is also an out and back, and will begin the same as the half, with the turnaround marked at 2.50 miles and race back to the finish line!🎉
4.97 Miles 8k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run Trail Walk