Hotels Near Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run 2026 — Neola, IA Sep 2026

Date

September 19, 2026

Location

Neola, IA

Venue

Arrowhead Park

Start Time

10:00 AM

Sunrise

7:05 AM

Entry Fee

$0.00 – $35.00

Events

1 Mile Kid's Course 10:30 AM, 11:45 AM 5K Competitive Wave - Male, 11:5O AM 5K Competitive Wave - Female, 12:00 PM 5K Open Wave, Volunteer Sign Up

Includes

T-Shirt

The Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run starts at 10:00 AM, giving travelers reasonable morning flexibility for arrival in Neola, Iowa. Held at Arrowhead Park, the event offers two distance options: a 1-mile course and a 5K. Entry fees range from free to $40. This September race combines trail running with obstacle elements, making it suitable for runners seeking variety beyond traditional road races. The venue location and timing make it accessible for weekend travel planning.

From the Race Organizer

Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run Returns on Saturday, September 19th, 2026! Online registration closes at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, September 15th 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 19th, 2026 beginning at 10:30 AM with the 1 Mile Kids Run. This is NOT a "mud run" and there are no mud pits to crawl through (and therefore no cold post-race hose showers are necessary). All obstacles in the 1 Mile and 5k Open Wave are optional (except the hills, those are fixed in place). 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. The 1 Mile Kid's Run is recommended for ages 6-12 and adult chaperones, but is open to anyone. (If you are an adult who wishes to run the 1 Mile as a parent/guardian AND the full 5k course, please sign up for the 5k and run the 1 Mile course at no additional charge. If you wish to run ONLY the 1 Mile as a parent/guardian, please sign up for the 1 Mile Kid's Run.) Chaperones are NOT required but encouraged, there will be volunteers along the course. Registration and signed waiver are required for anyone on the course, for insurance purposes. Registration includes entrance to the park, free parking and free event photos available on Facebook and RunSignup following the run. Pricing for the 1 Mile is only $10, $15 in September! The full 5K course is $30 during May and June, $35 July and August, and $40 in September. On site, day of event registration will be $40 for the 5K and $10 for the 1 Mile, CASH ONLY please. An event T-shirt can be purchased for only $10 during registration! If you would like a T-shirt to commemorate your conquest of the course, please pre-order during checkout. Only a limited number will be available for sale the day of the run. The deadline to order a T-shirt is Tuesday, September 9th. Thank you for your interest, and we hope to see you at Arrowhead Park!

Course & Travel Notes

The Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run takes place in Neola, Iowa on September 19, 2026, with the race kicking off at 10:00 AM—giving you plenty of time after the 7:07 AM sunrise to grab breakfast and get settled. You'll want to fly into Eppley Airfield (OMA), which is just 17.6 miles from the venue, making it a quick drive to race day. Pack layers for the conditions: September in this area typically sees highs around 77°F and lows near 53°F, so mornings could be a bit chilly, and there's about a 26% chance of rain, so a light jacket wouldn't go amiss. The venue sits at 1,102 feet elevation, which is pretty manageable terrain-wise for most runners.

⛰️ 1,102 ft elevation☀️ Typically 77°F / 53°F · 26% chance of rain✈️ Eppley Airfield (OMA) — 17.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run 2026 — Neola, IA?

Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run 2026 — Neola, IA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Neola, Iowa.

Where is Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run 2026 — Neola, IA held?

Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run 2026 — Neola, IA is held at Arrowhead Park in Neola, Iowa.

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