Welcome to one of the Midwest’s most scenic and runnable trail experiences. The Wabash Trace Running Festival takes you along the iconic Wabash Trace Nature Trail—a crushed limestone rail-trail that winds through rolling countryside, quiet farmland, and tree-lined stretches that feel miles away from the noise of everyday life. Whether you’re chasing a Boston Qualifier, building toward your next big race, or just looking for a beautiful place to run, this course delivers a smooth, fast, and incredibly enjoyable trail experience. With distances for everyone, this is a weekend built for runners, families, and the entire community: Full Marathon – Go the distance on a peaceful, out-and-back style course that showcases the best of the trail Half Marathon – The perfect balance of challenge and flow on a scenic stretch of the Trace 10K & 5K – Fast, approachable, and fun—ideal for newer runners or those looking to race shorter distances Free Kids Race – Because the next generation of runners d
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Wabash Trace Running Festival 2026 — Shenandoah, IA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Shenandoah, 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
