Zanfel Orienteering Race # 3 2026 — Hamburg, IA
Zanfel Orienteering Race #3 takes place at Waubonsie Park Road in Hamburg, Iowa on October 3, 2026. This obstacle course event covers 5 miles and starts at 8:30 AM, giving you an early morning challenge to test your navigation and physical endurance. Entry is $40. The race format combines orienteering principles with obstacle course elements, requiring both map-reading skills and athletic capability. If you're competing in this event, you'll want accommodation nearby that supports pre-dawn departures and post-race recovery. Hamburg's location in southwestern Iowa provides access to regional lodging options within reasonable driving distance of the venue.
Course & Travel Notes
Zanfel Orienteering Race #3 takes place in Hamburg, Iowa on October 3, 2026, with an 8:30 AM start time, giving you just over an hour of daylight after sunrise at 7:21 AM. The venue sits at 925 feet elevation, and you should plan for typical early October weather with highs around 65°F and lows near 42°F, though there's a 23% chance of measurable rain. Offutt Air Force Base is the nearest airport option, located 37.9 miles from the race venue.
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Hamburg, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Zanfel Orienteering Race # 3 2026 — Hamburg, IA?
Zanfel Orienteering Race # 3 2026 — Hamburg, IA takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Hamburg, Iowa.
Where is Zanfel Orienteering Race # 3 2026 — Hamburg, IA held?
Zanfel Orienteering Race # 3 2026 — Hamburg, IA is held at 2585 Waubonsie Park Road in Hamburg, Iowa.
Where can I find hotels near Zanfel Orienteering Race # 3 2026 — Hamburg, IA?
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