Friends of Yellow River State Forest Trail Run

Harpers Ferry, IA

Fri, May 7, 2027

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When

Friday, May 7th, 2027

Where

737 State Forest Rd, Harpers Ferry IA

Distances

5K · 10K

About this race

Race Overview

Friends of Yellow River State Forest will be holding their annual 5K and 10K Trail Run/ and Half-marathon on May 7 and 8 in the State Forest!

Registration Details

Registration Deadline: Must be registered by the April deadline to receive a shirt.
Online Registration: Online registration closes at 11:59 on May 5, but walk-ins are welcome.
Check-in Time: Check-in starts an hour before race time at YRSF Office 737 State Forest Road, Harpers Ferry, Iowa 52146.
Price Increases: Prices will increase $5 on April 1.

Race Schedule and Pricing

5K on Friday: $35, race starts at 6:30 PM.
5K on Saturday: $35, race starts at 8:30 AM.
10K on Saturday: $45, race starts at 8 AM.
Half-marathon on Saturday: $55, race starts at 7:30 AM.

Dirty Double Discount

Friday + Saturday 5K: $65.
Friday + Saturday 10K: $70.
Friday + Saturday Half-marathon: $75.
Perk: Dirty Double participants also get one of our coveted, hand-crafted race mugs!

Participant Information

Age Requirements: All ages are welcome, children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Stroller Note: The Friday night 5K will be family-friendly, but it is on existing trails so strollers may be difficult.
Pet Policy: Well-behaved dogs on a leash are allowed.
Winners: 1st to 3rd place winners in each category will receive a prize.

Volunteer and Sponsorship Opportunities

Volunteer Interest: Are you (or is someone you know) interested in volunteering during the run?
Sponsorship Levels:
- Oak: $500 or more—you receive your logo on participants’ t-shirts, four race entries, and promotion on Facebook page.
- Sapling: $300-$499—you receive your logo on participants’ t-shirts, two race entries, and promotion on Facebook page.
- Acorn: $1-$299—you receive your logo on participants’ t-shirts and promotion on Facebook page.
Contact: For more information on becoming a volunteer or a sponsor, contact hilltop@acegroup.cc.

Mission Statement

Friends of Yellow River State Forest is a 501 c3, not-for-profit organization. The mission of the group is to enhance Yellow River State Forest for public use while protecting the integrity of the flora, fauna, soil and water. All funds raised by the Friends group are invested back into the state forest.