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Abominable Trail Race

Abominable Trail Race is a trail running and running race on November 14, 2026 in Lake Geneva, WI, with entry fees from $35 to $140.

Date
November 14, 2026 (114 days to go)
Price
$35–$140
Sports
Trail RunningRunning
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From the Organizer

We are so excited to welcome you back for Year 4 of the Abominable Trail Race! Hosted at the beautiful Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures venue. This isn’t just a race, it’s a day to celebrate the outdoors with friends. Whether you’re here to push your limits or enjoy a scenic stroll through the woods, there’s a place for you in our pack!

Find your perfect distance:

5K, 10K, or 15K: Great for runners and walkers of all levels.
30K Challenge: Take it on solo or grab your squad for the Team Relay!


Every participant gets a cozy Abominable shirt, an epic finisher’s medal to show off, free action photos of your big moments, professional chip timing, a well-marked course, and a refreshing drink on us at the finish line. See you on the trails!

Individual Events:

  • Choose your favorite distance (5K | 10K | 15K | 30K) and head out on an adventure thru the beautiful trails and hills at Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures. 

Team Events:

  • Create your team of 2, 3, or 4 and conquer our 30k course!  Teams may bring a tent and set up in our Base Camp (festival) area. (Please let us know if you will be bringing a tent, so we can save you a spot.) 

Awards: 

  • Top 3 M/F in the Individual 5K, 10K, 15K, and 30K will be awarded.

Hangout with friends and cheer on runners in our Base Camp. Music, Games, Food Trucks, Local Craft Beer, Warm Fire Pits, and Local Vendors. Spectators are free.

Early Packet Pick-Up:

We will have early packet pick up Friday (11/13) at Lake Geneva House Of Music, which is directly across the street from the race venue.Time will be announced closer to the event. Packets can also be picked up the day of the race. We recommend arriving at least an hour before your start time to get parked and through registration.

Family Friendly Atmosphere!!

This is a family friendly event. We'll have a live DJ in basecamp (festival area), great local vendors, food trucks, and craft beer. Our Yeti roams around as well, so be sure to get a picture with him. 

Photography:

We will have professional photographers on course during race day who are great at capturing amazing images of you to share. These are free with your registration.

Course Map:

The course map will be released closer to race day.

Aid Stations:

The 5k loop will have one water station around the halfway point.

The 10k loop will have two water stations around every mile and a half to two miles.

There will also be a water station at the finish line and a tent for multi-lap racers to leave your bag so you can refuel in-between laps.

15K participants will do the 10K loop on their 1st lap, and the 5K loop on their 2nd lap.

30K participants will do THREE laps of the 10K loop. 

Parking:

Parking is at House of Music, directly across the street from the race location.  $10 cash, per car.  Please bring exact change, thank you.

Where To Stay:

We've secured a room block with discounted rates with Fairfield Inn & Suites Lake Geneva. To book your room, use the link below. To receive discounted group rate, rooms must be booked by October 22nd.

https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1774644563847&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1600156514171662080&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5uYmZiYmpmbGFibladmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqka1bJlAsvwIALOVV8GEAAAA%3D

To check out other lodging options in the area, visit www.lakegenevahotels.org

 

Events

Individual 30k$50
30k (2 Person Relay) - Price for Team$90
30k (3 Person Relay) - Price for Team$120
30k (4 Person Relay) - Price for Team$140
Individual 15k$45
Individual 10k$40
Individual 5k$35

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

48°

Typical Low

31°

Chance of Rain

34%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lake Geneva Wwtp, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:44 AMSunset 4:31 PMDaylight 9h 48m

Host City

About Lake Geneva, WI

City Elevation

1,001 ft

Nearest Airport

MKE

General Mitchell International Airport · 38 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

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Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Abominable Trail Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

114

Days to train

Race
Abominable Trail Race
Date
November 14, 2026

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About These Sports

This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

Trail Running

Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Lake Geneva than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Abominable Trail Race?+
Abominable Trail Race is a trail running and running race held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more trail running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Abominable Trail Race?+
Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin at N3232 County Road H. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Abominable Trail Race?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Abominable Trail Race

Nov 14, 2026

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