Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run

🏞️ Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run Returns on September 20th, 2025!

Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run is a 5k (3.1 mile) event on the scenic trails of Arrowhead Park near Neola, Iowa featuring 15+ obstacles. There is also a 1 Mile Kid's Obstacle Trail Run with 10+ obstacles! All proceeds benefit the Pottawattamie County Trails Association. The event will be held on Saturday, September 20th, 2025 beginning at 10:30 AM with the 1 Mile Kids Run.

🚧 Obstacle Course Details

• Not a mud run: This is NOT a "mud run" and there are no mud pits to crawl through.
• Obstacle options: All obstacles in the 1 Mile and 5k Open Wave are optional (except the hills).
• 5K Trail Run: You may choose to run it as a 5k Trail Run, skipping the obstacles.
• Competitive Wave: Runners must complete all obstacles to be eligible for a top 10 finisher medal.

👶 1 Mile Kid's Run Information

• Ages: Recommended for ages 6-12 and adult chaperones, but open to anyone.
• Chaperones: Not required but encouraged, volunteers will be along the course.
• Registration: Required for anyone on the course for insurance purposes.
• Adult participation: Adults can sign up for both the 1 Mile and 5k courses.

💰 Registration and Pricing

• Included: Registration includes entrance to the park, free parking, and event photos.
• 1 Mile pricing: Only $10, $15 in September!
• 5K pricing: $30 during May and June, $35 July and August, and $40 in September.
• Day of event: On-site registration will be $45 for the 5K and $15 for the 1 Mile, CASH ONLY please.

👕 T-Shirt Purchase

• Cost: An event T-shirt can be purchased for only $10 during registration!
• Pre-order: Please pre-order during checkout as only a limited number will be available on event day.
• Deadline: The deadline to order a T-shirt is Tuesday, September 9th.
• Memory: Commemorate your conquest of the course with a T-shirt!

Thank you for your interest, and we hope to see you at Arrowhead Park! For more details and to register, visit the race page.