Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake
Dances With Dirt Devil's Lake: a midsummer trail run through dramatic ice-age geology.
Race Date
Jul 11, 2026
Location
Baraboo, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Location
- Baraboo, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50M, 50K, 26.2M, 10K trail run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Dances With Dirt half marathon at Devil’s Lake is a midsummer trail run that delivers both challenge and spectacle. The course winds through a landscape shaped by glaciers, with bluffs and forest framing the route. Runners tackle technical terrain, climbing over rocky sections while catching views of the lake below.
The field has grown to around 400 finishers, with a typical winning time of roughly 1:25 for the half—a swift pace on these rugged trails. Aid stations are well-stocked, and one is famously touted as “the most dramatic aid station location in the world.” The race offers multiple distances, from 10K to 50M, making it a weekend adventure for trail enthusiasts of all levels.
After crossing the finish line, runners enjoy post-race food and a local brew, plus a finisher medal. The event carries a low-key, community vibe, with awards given to top finishers and age-group winners. For those seeking a scenic, well-organized trail race with a unique geological backdrop, this is a hidden gem in southern Wisconsin.
Race-provided description
Welcome to Dances with Dirt Devil's Lake!
July 11, 2026
The perfect midsummer road trip trail run! Just north of Madison lies Devil's Lake, an area of amazing geological, ice age creation, the perfect backdrop for an adventure run that includes "The most dramatic aid station location in the world!"
10K • 13.1M • 26.2M • 50K • 50M
BARABOO, WI
All entries include post-race food and a brew, awards eligibility, marked course with aid and finisher medal! Overall awards to first three male and female in all distances. Age group awards 3 deep in all 5 year male/female age groups for all events! Plus, awesome add-on options!
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Lake River, Forest
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick4214 years running
~400 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
4 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:25:20
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake?
The Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake is held on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Where does the Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake take place?
It takes place in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
What distances does the Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50M, 50K, 26.2M, 10K trail run.
Is the Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake course flat and good for a PR?
The Dances With Dirt - Devil's Lake is a hilly, loop course course.
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