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When
Saturday, August 29th, 2026
Where
18850 270th St., Eldridge IA
Distances
Ultra · 10 Miles
Typical weather
63–81°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
59–78°F
dry
2024
70–88°F
dry
2023
66–86°F
dry
2022
68–86°F
rain
2021
70–85°F
dry
2020
63–78°F
dry
2019
57–85°F
dry
2018
62–74°F
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2017
59–75°F
dry
2016
70–84°F
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 29
Rain likely · 57–77°F
Saturday, Aug 29starts near 57°F · 29% chance of rain · wind up to 16 mph
About this race
Race Overview
- Event: ScoCo50 presented by Sun Trail Running
- Date: August 29, 2026
- Location: 18850 270th St, Eldridge, IA
- Race URL: ScoCo50 Race Information
Race Details
- Distances: 50k, 10 mile, and 5 mile trail races
- Venue: Beautiful Scott County Park, located just north of Davenport
- Experience: Beginner-friendly course suitable for runners of all levels
- Trail Type: Not rugged, but perfect for setting personal records
Registration Information
- Value: Low cost with a focus on runner experience
- Inclusions: Custom swag, stocked aid stations, awards
- Post-Race: Food and drink provided for participants
- Community Support: Guaranteed donation back to the park for maintenance and conservation
Park Amenities
- Family-Friendly: Large playgrounds and sand volleyball courts
- Activities: Fishing pond and heated Olympic-sized swimming pool with slides
- Camping: Modern campgrounds, some reservable and others first come-first serve
- Reservations: More information available here
Race Day Schedule
- 50k Start: 7:00 AM
- 10 Mile Start: 8:15 AM
- 5 Mile Start: Shortly after the 10 mile
- Final Cutoff: 3:00 PM for all race distances
Location and Directions
- Start/Finish: Whispering Pines Shelter at Scott County Park
- Google Maps: Location Link
- Park Address: 18850 270th St, Eldridge, IA 52748
- Directions: Easy access from any direction, located east of US-61
Packet Pickup
- Pre-Race: No pre-race packet pickup available
- Check In: Race day starting at 6:15 AM
- 50k Pickup: Until 6:45 AM
- 5 Mile and 10 Mile Pickup: Until 8:00 AM
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