709 County Rd FA, La Crosse WI
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Event Overview
The Hixon 50 is a scenic trail running weekend held in Hixon Forest near La Crosse, Wisconsin, offering a range of distances for all levels—from a fun beginner-friendly 5K and 10K to a challenging 25K and the premier 50K ultra.
Course Highlights
- Scenery: Breathtaking Mississippi River Valley views.
- Terrain: Rugged singletrack and rolling bluffs.
- Elevation: Plenty of elevation to test your trail skills.
- Support: Multiple aid stations available throughout the courses.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-24
- Location: 709 County Rd FA, La Crosse, WI
- Registration: Hixon 50 Registration
Training for a trail ultra?
The traction, hydration, and lighting the trail calls for.
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New Balance Men's 410 V8 Trail Running Shoe
$69.95
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AONIJIE Trail Running Poles 2 Pcs Outdoor Trekking Poles Foldable Aluminum Alloy Sticks Quick Lock Ultralight for Camping Hiking Mountaining Marathon
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LHKNL Headlamp Flashlight, Lumen Ultra-Light Bright LED Rechargeable Headlight with White Red Light, 2-Pack Waterproof Motion Sensor Head Lamp,8 Modes for Outdoor Camping Running Hiking Fishing
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Course Map
Train for this race
Find a local run club
Run clubs in La Crosse, WI host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.
