Timber City Adventure Race- Kayak or Canoe/Bike/Run 2026 — Maquoketa, IA
Date
June 27, 2026
Location
Maquoketa, IA
Venue
124 S. Main St.
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$55.00 – $180.00
Events
Timber City Adventure Individual. . .Competitive Division, Timber City Adventure. 2 Person Team- Competitive Division-. All MEN, Timber City Adventure. 2 Person Team- Competitive Division. . All WOMEN, Timber City Adventure. 2 Person Team- Competitive Division. MIXED, Timber City Adventure Individual. . Recreational Division., Timber City Adventure . 2 Person Team- Recreational Division.
The Timber City Adventure Race is an exciting annual outdoor event held in Maquoketa, Iowa, combining athletic challenge with the natural beauty of Jackson County. Participants can compete individually or as part of a team, taking on a multi‑sport course that features canoeing or kayaking, biking, and running. Two Race Options To welcome both seasoned racers and newcomers, the Timber City Adventure Race offers two different race distances: Timber City Adventure Race (Full Course) Participants begin on the Maquoketa River with an 11‑mile canoe or kayak paddle, winding beneath towering limestone bluffs and through peaceful valleys. Racers then transition to a 12‑mile bike ride, starting with a challenging incline before continuing through scenic countryside. The race finishes with a 5K run through Maquoketa’s trails and downtown, concluding on Main Street. Timber City Adventure Express Looking for a shorter but equally fun challenge? The Adventure Express offers a condensed version of th
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Maquoketa, IA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
