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Saturday, November 14th, 2026
N3232 County Road H, Lake Geneva WI
5K · 10K · 15K · Ultra
33–46°F · low rain risk
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2025
39–65°F
dry
2024
46–54°F
rain
2023
33–54°F
dry
2022
25–38°F
dry
2021
30–37°F
dry
2020
26–49°F
dry
2019
18–30°F
dry
2018
17–33°F
dry
2017
32–46°F
dry
2016
43–57°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
33°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
We are so excited to welcome you back for Year 4 of the Abominable Trail Race! Hosted at the beautiful Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures venue. This isn’t just a race, it’s a day to celebrate the outdoors with friends. Whether you’re here to push your limits or enjoy a scenic stroll through the woods, there’s a place for you in our pack!
Find your perfect distance:
5K, 10K, or 15K: Great for runners and walkers of all levels.
30K Challenge: Take it on solo or grab your squad for the Team Relay!
Every participant gets a cozy Abominable shirt, an epic finisher’s medal to show off, free action photos of your big moments, professional chip timing, a well-marked course, and a refreshing drink on us at the finish line. See you on the trails!
Individual Events:
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Choose your favorite distance (5K | 10K | 15K | 30K) and head out on an adventure thru the beautiful trails and hills at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures.
Team Events:
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Create your team of 2, 3, or 4 and conquer our 30k course! Teams may bring a tent and set up in our Base Camp (festival) area. (Please let us know if you will be bringing a tent, so we can save you a spot.)
Awards:
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Top 3 M/F in the Individual 5K, 10K, 15K, and 30K will be awarded.
Hangout with friends and cheer on runners in our Base Camp. Music, Games, Food Trucks, Local Craft Beer, Warm Fire Pits, and Local Vendors. Spectators are free.
Early Packet Pick-Up Party:
We will have early packet pick up Friday (11/13) at Lake Geneva House Of Music from 6-8pm, which is directly across the street from the race venue. Come hang out with Yeti and fellow racers! Live music, food and drinks available for purchase.
Packets can also be picked up the day of the race. We recommend arriving at least an hour before your start time to get parked and through registration.
Family Friendly Atmosphere!!
This is a family friendly event. We'll have a live DJ in basecamp (festival area), great local vendors, food trucks, and craft beer. Our Yeti roams around as well, so be sure to get a picture with him.
Photography:
We will have professional photographers on course during race day who are great at capturing amazing images of you to share. These are free with your registration.
Course Map:
The course map will be released closer to race day.
Aid Stations:
The 5k loop will have one water station around the halfway point.
The 10k loop will have two water stations around every mile and a half to two miles.
There will also be a water station at the finish line and a tent for multi-lap racers to leave your bag so you can refuel in-between laps.
15K participants will do the 10K loop on their 1st lap, and the 5K loop on their 2nd lap.
30K participants will do THREE laps of the 10K loop.
Parking:
Parking is at House of Music, directly across the street from the race location. $10 cash, per car. Please bring exact change, thank you.
Where To Stay:
We've secured a room block with discounted rates with Fairfield Inn & Suites Lake Geneva. To book your room, use the link below. To receive discounted group rate, rooms must be booked by October 22nd.
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1774644563847&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1600156514171662080&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5uYmZiYmpmbGFibladmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqka1bJlAsvwIALOVV8GEAAAA%3D
We've secured a room block with discounted rates with Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East. To book your room, use the link below or call the hotel directly at 262-248-2300. To receive discounted group rate, rooms must be booked by October 13th.
https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/KB96X7
To check out other lodging options in the area, visit www.lakegenevahotels.org
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