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When
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Where
Summerset Trail, Carlisle IA
Distances
Half · 10K · 5K
Typical weather
36–53°F · low rain risk
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About this race
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Date: 2026-11-07
- Location: Summerset Trail, Carlisle, IA
- Races: Half Marathon, 10k, Greubel Memorial 5k
- Website: Hillbilly Hike Official Site
🎉 Fundraising Purpose
- Support: Fundraiser for the Thrive church Mission Team
- Participants: Anticipating 650 signups
- Chip Timing: Professional timing for all races
- Awards: Custom medals, trophies, and age division awards
🏞️ Course Details
- Running Conditions: Flat, fast, and fun courses
- Half Marathon: Gentle downhill start leading to a smooth finish
- Finish Line: Festive atmosphere with music and treats
- Celebration: Ring the PR Bell and enjoy a photo booth
🚌 Transportation and Parking
- Parking: Available at Carlisle High School and surrounding areas
- Bus Service: Provided to Half Marathon and 10k start lines
- Bus Times: Start loading at 6:30 a.m.: last bus at 7:45 a.m.
- Encouraged Early Start: Walkers welcome to start early
🏅 Race Breakdowns
Half Marathon
- Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
- Start Location: Indianola, IA
- Bus Service: Transportation to start line
- Awards: Top 3 Men & Women in 5-year age increments
10k
- Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
- Start Location: Summerset State Park
- Bus Service: Provided to start line
- Awards: Top 2 Men & Women in 5-year age increments
5k
- Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
- Start Location: Near Summerset Trailhead, Carlisle, IA
- Awards: Top 2 Men & Women in 5-year age increments
- Trophies: Awarded for overall winners
🚻 Facilities
- Restrooms: Available at all start lines and midway for Half Marathon
- Nearby Amenities: Towns of Indianola and Carlisle are friendly with amenities
- Healthy Snacks: Provided post-race by volunteers
- Lost and Found: Collect discarded clothing at the finish
📝 Registration Details
Please register early to ensure that you receive a medal, shirt, transportation, etc. Shirt sizes are ordered by Oct. 22nd, 2026.
Packet Pick-up Schedule
- Thursday, 11/5: Thrive Church, 707 East Euclid, Indianola, IA, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
- Friday, 11/6: From 4-6 p.m. (TBD)
- Saturday, 11/7: From 6:30-7:45 a.m. at 95 IA-5, Carlisle, IA 50047
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