Wausau Trail Run
Wausau Trail Run offers a unique sunset 20K on Wisconsin's Nine Mile Recreation Area trails.
Race Date
Jul 24, 2026
Location
Wausau, WI
Quick facts
- Date
- Friday, July 24, 2026
- Location
- Wausau, Wisconsin
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 228
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Wausau Trail Run, part of the Wausau 24 weekend, unfolds at the Nine Mile Recreation Area in Wisconsin. This event is distinguished by its sunset start, requiring runners to bring lights for the 20K course, which is comprised of laps on single-track mountain bike and ski trails.
Runners should anticipate a challenging yet engaging experience with twists, turns, roots, and rocks characteristic of a true trail run. The event has seen a growing field, with recent editions attracting around 93 finishers, including participants from approximately nine states. A notable 24% of runners return, highlighting the event's loyalty.
While the 20K is the main draw for this feature, the Wausau Trail Run also offers 5K and 10K distances, making it accessible to a range of trail running enthusiasts. The typical race-day weather is warm, with temperatures averaging between 61-80°F.
Race-provided description
As a part of the Wausau 24 weekend of events, Wausau Trail Run utilizes the single track mountain bike and ski trails at Nine Mile Recreation Area to host a 5K, 10K, and 20K trail run (Each runner will run 1, 2 or 4 Laps on our course which is approximately 5K). Be prepared for twists and turns, roots and rocks! This run begins at SUNSET, so bring your LIGHTS! WAUSAU TRAIL RUN WEBSITE
Logistics
Race Day
Friday, July 24, 2026
Start Time
7:00 PM
Start Location
221700 Red Bud Rd, Wausau, WI, 54401
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick523 years running
~77 finishers a year
growing or steady
24% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 9 states
winner 1:26:14
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
61°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 228 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
228
Median time
2:15:21
Latest turnout
93
States
15
Turnout by year
2022–2024
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Wausau Trail Run?
The Wausau Trail Run is held on Friday, July 24, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM.
Where does the Wausau Trail Run take place?
It takes place in Wausau, Wisconsin.
What distances does the Wausau Trail Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Wausau Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Wausau Trail Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Wausau Trail Run?
HalfRuns has finish records for 228 runners who have completed the Wausau Trail Run.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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