2026 New Glarus Woods Trail Run
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 7:45AM CDT
- Location New Glarus, Wisconsin
- Price Free - $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5 Mile, 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the 7th Annual New Glarus Woods Trail Run on Saturday, August 15, 2026! Set in the picturesque surroundings of New Glarus, Wisconsin, this event is part of the exciting SAVANNA TRAIL RUN SERIES. Participants can look forward to a variety of race distances, catering to both seasoned runners and families alike, including a special Kids Run designed for younger participants.
Join us in supporting the Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park, as proceeds from this event will help preserve the beauty of the park. After the race, stick around for a delightful lunch, awards ceremony, and plenty of fun activities. Please note that parking will be available at New Glarus High School, with convenient shuttle services to the park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace nature and community spirit! Remember, there’s no race day registration, so be sure to secure your spot early to avoid the fee increase on July 1, 2025. For more information on the event and optional social runs to get familiar with the course, check the event website.
Join us in supporting the Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park, as proceeds from this event will help preserve the beauty of the park. After the race, stick around for a delightful lunch, awards ceremony, and plenty of fun activities. Please note that parking will be available at New Glarus High School, with convenient shuttle services to the park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace nature and community spirit! Remember, there’s no race day registration, so be sure to secure your spot early to avoid the fee increase on July 1, 2025. For more information on the event and optional social runs to get familiar with the course, check the event website.
Organiser's Description
Join us Saturday, August 15 for the 7th annual New Glarus Wood Trail Run! We are part of the SAVANNA TRAIL RUN SERIES. Proceeds from this event go to the Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park. We aim to host a top notch trail run that highlights our park. Stick around after the race for lunch, awards and other activities!
PARKING IS AT NEW GLARUS HIGH SCHOOL. Then walk, jog or take the shuttle bus to the start area in the park. Please see our website [https://newglaruswoodstrailrun.com/] for more details on the shuttle and bag drop.
We are starting the KIDS RUN earlier and on a shorter course to accommodate parents who want to run with their child or see them run. They will start and finish at the day use area!
We are adding optional SOCIAL RUNS on a few dates if you would like to familiarize yourself with the route and park. Look for future run communication for information.
NOTE: NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. REGISTRATION FEE INCREASES TO $60 JULY 1, 2025
REGISTRATION PICKUP WILL BE IN THE PARK
PARKING IS AT NEW GLARUS HIGH SCHOOL. Then walk, jog or take the shuttle bus to the start area in the park. Please see our website [https://newglaruswoodstrailrun.com/] for more details on the shuttle and bag drop.
We are starting the KIDS RUN earlier and on a shorter course to accommodate parents who want to run with their child or see them run. They will start and finish at the day use area!
We are adding optional SOCIAL RUNS on a few dates if you would like to familiarize yourself with the route and park. Look for future run communication for information.
NOTE: NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. REGISTRATION FEE INCREASES TO $60 JULY 1, 2025
REGISTRATION PICKUP WILL BE IN THE PARK
Races
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16k Trail Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & to Be Determined
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$54.00
The course start/finish is in the day-use area and enters the woods at the Basswood Trail before descending to the Spur trail and downward to the prairie on the Bison Trail. The course climbs up above the prairie using a former farm road and continues on wide forested trails to complete 8 kilometers. The 8k runners finish at the start line after completing one loop. The 16k runners run through the start/finish line to start their second lap. Runners pass the water station twice on each lap of the course. The 16k and 8k races are open to runners 14 and up. The top overall M/F finishers in each race will receive awards, as will the top M/F participants in the following age groups: 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Think you have a good sense of pace? For the 16k runners, we will present a Consistency Award for the runner with the most even pace throughout the race. -
8k Trail Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & to Be Determined
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:20AM CDT)
$54.00
The course start/finish is in the day-use area and enters the woods at the Basswood Trail before descending to the Spur trail and downward to the prairie on the Bison Trail. The course climbs up above the prairie using a former farm road and continues on wide forested trails to complete 8K. The 8k runners finish at the start line after completing one loop. The 16k runners run through the start/finish line to start their second lap. Runners pass the water station twice on each lap of the course. The 8 and 16 kilometer races are open to runners 14 and up. The top overall M/F finishers in each race will receive awards, as will the top M/F participants in the following age groups: 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. -
5k Trail Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & to Be Determined
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:35AM CDT)
$54.00
The 5k starts and ends in the same location as the 8k and 10k routes. The park trails aren't flat and neither is this route! This will be a fun challenge for any age group. Walk or run, it's all for a great cause! -
Kids 1k Trail Run -- FREE
Incl. Culver's Ice Cream Token
Sat 15th August 2026 (7:45AM CDT)
Free
1k Fun
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New Glarus Woods State Park, W5446 County Highway Nn, New Glarus, 53574, WI, United States
2026 New Glarus Woods Trail Run
