Wild Driftless Adventure Race
- Date Sat 2nd October 2027
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Decorah, Iowa
- Price $64.60 - $133.50
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Wild Driftless Adventure Race on Saturday, October 2, 2027, in the stunning town of Decorah, Winneshiek County, Iowa! This exhilarating event invites participants to explore the breathtaking Driftless region, known for its soaring limestone bluffs, crystal-clear trout streams, and scenic gravel roads. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a first-timer, the race offers three thrilling options to suit all ability levels: the Wild Driftless race with a 9-hour time limit featuring trekking, biking, and paddling; the Wild Driftless Lite with a 5-hour time limit for trekking and biking; and a trek-only version for those who want to focus solely on foot travel.
Gather your team of 2-4 or tackle the course solo, and prepare for a day filled with excitement and camaraderie as you navigate the diverse terrain through old-growth forests and along fast-moving rivers. With special tasks along the way, participants can challenge themselves and experience the natural beauty that Northeast Iowa has to offer. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure—mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun and exploration in the heart of the Driftless region!
Gather your team of 2-4 or tackle the course solo, and prepare for a day filled with excitement and camaraderie as you navigate the diverse terrain through old-growth forests and along fast-moving rivers. With special tasks along the way, participants can challenge themselves and experience the natural beauty that Northeast Iowa has to offer. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure—mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun and exploration in the heart of the Driftless region!
Organiser's Description
Drift less. Visit More! As the Wild Driftless comes to Decorah on October 2, 2027
Soaring limestone bluffs, crystal-clear trout streams and fast-moving rivers, old-growth forests, single-track mountain biking, and some of the most scenic gravel roads youll find anywhere in the world. This isnt just the Iowa cornfields you expectthis is the driftless region!
The Wild Driftless Adventure Race will take you into some of the most scenic areas of NE Iowa, featuring trekking, biking, and paddling for teams of 2-4 or soloists. The course is designed for all ability levels with an eye toward serving as a fantastic entry-level event for first-timers AND challenging the most seasoned adventure racers.
3 OPTIONS FOR TEAMS & SOLOISTS
WILD DRIFTLESS
9-hour time limit
Trekking (on foot)
Biking (gravel roads, paved roads, and trails of all sorts)
Paddling (canoes in flat-water and/or splashy rivers/streams)
Special tasks
WILD DRIFTLESS LITE
5-hour time limit
Trekking (on foot)
Biking (gravel roads, paved roads, and trails)
Special tasks
No paddling
WILD DRIFTLESS LITE - TREK-ONLY VERSION
5-hour time limit
Trekking (on foot) only!
USARA MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
When registering, be sure to click the box at the bottom under "Clubs" for USARA. You can either purchase a single-day membership for $8 or a yearly membership for $35. If you are purchasing a single-event membership, on the "Select your members" page (with the waiver at the bottom) be sure to uncheck the "Start membership immediately" button and select the date of the race (October 3, 2026).
USARA provides sanctioning for our event and secondary insurance for participants.
Soaring limestone bluffs, crystal-clear trout streams and fast-moving rivers, old-growth forests, single-track mountain biking, and some of the most scenic gravel roads youll find anywhere in the world. This isnt just the Iowa cornfields you expectthis is the driftless region!
The Wild Driftless Adventure Race will take you into some of the most scenic areas of NE Iowa, featuring trekking, biking, and paddling for teams of 2-4 or soloists. The course is designed for all ability levels with an eye toward serving as a fantastic entry-level event for first-timers AND challenging the most seasoned adventure racers.
3 OPTIONS FOR TEAMS & SOLOISTS
WILD DRIFTLESS
9-hour time limit
Trekking (on foot)
Biking (gravel roads, paved roads, and trails of all sorts)
Paddling (canoes in flat-water and/or splashy rivers/streams)
Special tasks
WILD DRIFTLESS LITE
5-hour time limit
Trekking (on foot)
Biking (gravel roads, paved roads, and trails)
Special tasks
No paddling
WILD DRIFTLESS LITE - TREK-ONLY VERSION
5-hour time limit
Trekking (on foot) only!
USARA MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
When registering, be sure to click the box at the bottom under "Clubs" for USARA. You can either purchase a single-day membership for $8 or a yearly membership for $35. If you are purchasing a single-event membership, on the "Select your members" page (with the waiver at the bottom) be sure to uncheck the "Start membership immediately" button and select the date of the race (October 3, 2026).
USARA provides sanctioning for our event and secondary insurance for participants.
Races
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Wild Driftless Adventure Race
Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd October 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
$133.50
OPENS 04 JAN 279-hour time limit Trekking, Biking, Paddling, Special Tasks USARA Membership Required (select USARA under Club in the initial registration page. Single-day and yearly options available) -
Wild Driftless Lite
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd October 2027 (12:00PM CDT)
$91.10
OPENS 04 JAN 275-hour time limit Trekking, Biking, Special Tasks USARA Membership Required (select USARA under Club in the initial registration page. Single-day and yearly options available) -
Wild Driftless Lite - Trek ONLY
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd October 2027 (12:00PM CDT)
$64.60
OPENS 04 JAN 27
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