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Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll

Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll

Zachariah's Acres Fall Run offers a scenic loop through Wisconsin's natural beauty, benefiting children with special needs.

Race Date

Oct 10, 2026

Location

Oconomowoc, WI

Solid Pick50

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, Family Walk & Roll
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
306

Highlights

Good For

Beginner FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat SwagWell Organized

Course

Shaded

The Experience

The Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, is more than just a race; it's a heartfelt community event supporting a vital cause. Held annually, this half-marathon and its accompanying 3.1-mile walk/roll offer a chance to experience the serene landscape of Zachariah's Acres, a sanctuary dedicated to providing nature-based experiences for children with special needs.

The course is a pleasant loop, largely flat and paved, winding through the organization's grounds. Runners and walkers can expect a peaceful journey surrounded by the natural beauty of Wisconsin, with typical race-day temperatures in the comfortable 48–63°F range. While the event is smaller, with a median field size of approximately 51 finishers, it fosters a close-knit atmosphere.

Proceeds directly benefit Zachariah's Acres, supporting their mission to create lasting memories and enhance well-being for families through activities like guided nature walks, fishing, and educational programs. The event, now in its sixth year, sees about 10% of its participants return, a testament to its meaningful purpose and welcoming environment.

Race-provided description

All proceeds benefit children with special needs at Zachariah's Acres, a 501(c)(3) organization located in the town of Oconomowoc, WI.    Zachariah's Acres hosts nature-based experiences for children with special needs and their families. When families attend one of our signature events, they create life-long memories, enhance social skills, strengthen family relationships, and simply relax in nature. Favorite activities include fishing, guided nature walks and rolls through prairie grass and wildflowers, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, hay wagon rides, apple picking, or cooking in our educational kitchen. More than 38 schools, nonprofits, and community partners visit Zachariah's Acres on a regular basis for educational field trips, outdoor recreation, vocational skills training, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on learning.  For more information & to get involved, visit zachariahsacres.org. New for 2026 - Rucking! What is rucking? Rucking is a physical activity that involves walking or hiking with a weighted backpack (called a rucksack). The term comes from the military, where soldiers train and operate carrying heavy loads over long distances. In civilian fitness and recreation, rucking is gaining popularity as a versatile and low-impact workout.  More information about rucking.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Start Time

9:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

N74 W35911 Servants' Way, Oconomowoc, WI, 53066

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 MilesFamily Walk & Roll

Quality Score

Solid Pick50
Methodology
Heritage12/20

6 years running

Size9/15

~51 finishers a year

Momentum2/5

shrinking

Loyalty10/20

10% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:23:02

Weather8/10

typical high 63°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

48°

Afternoon (High)

63°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 306 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

306

Median time

2:21:15

Latest turnout

37

States

9

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:153:25

Turnout by year

20202025

'20'21'22'23'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll?

The Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll take place?

It takes place in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.

What distances does the Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, Family Walk & Roll.

Is the Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll course flat and good for a PR?

The Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll?

HalfRuns has finish records for 306 runners who have completed the Zachariah's Acres Fall Run, Walk & Roll.

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