2026 New Glarus Woods Trail Run
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 7:15AM 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! Taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in the beautiful New Glarus, Wisconsin, this event is part of the SAVANNA TRAIL RUN SERIES and promises to be an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels. Participants can look forward to challenging race distances that showcase the stunning landscapes of New Glarus Woods State Park, all while supporting a great cause—the Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park.
Join fellow trail enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievements with lunch, awards, and fun activities! Please note that parking will be available at New Glarus High School, with convenient shuttle service to the start area in the park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors while contributing to the preservation of our local parks. Be sure to register early, as race day registration will not be available, and fees will increase to $65 after July 1, 2025. Mark your calendars and lace up those running shoes for a day of thrills and nature at the New Glarus
Join fellow trail enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievements with lunch, awards, and fun activities! Please note that parking will be available at New Glarus High School, with convenient shuttle service to the start area in the park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors while contributing to the preservation of our local parks. Be sure to register early, as race day registration will not be available, and fees will increase to $65 after July 1, 2025. Mark your calendars and lace up those running shoes for a day of thrills and nature at the New Glarus
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.
NOTE: NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. REGISTRATION FEE INCREASES TO $65 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.
NOTE: NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. REGISTRATION FEE INCREASES TO $65 JULY 1, 2025
REGISTRATION PICKUP WILL BE IN THE PARK
Races
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16k Trail Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 MAYThe 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
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:40AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 MAYThe 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
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:15AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 01 MAYThe 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 1 Mile Trail Run -- FREE
Sat 15th August 2026 (7:15AM CDT)
Free
OPENS 01 MAY1k Fun
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New Glarus Woods State Park, W5446 County Highway Nn, New Glarus, 53574, WI, United States
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