
From the Organizer
Course Description: Two race distance option with the goal being to have an option for people new to racing and/or trail runs by offering a shorter distance race (5 km) and a longer race for those looking for an extra challenge (15 km). There will be some prairie, some single track, some sand, some slick bridges, and of course some hills!
New in 2026 Kids One Mile FUN RUN!
Distances: 5 km & 15 km. There is a capacity of ~300 participants so make sure and register early. 100% proceeds donated to Friends of Donald Park. Funds earmarked for trail maintenance and repair. During Race: Energy drink, water and energy food provided at aid stations. Awards: Overall M/F (Special locally crafted award), age groups m/f, prizes, door prizes, cash for setting a new course record.
Where: Donald County Park, Mount Horeb WI. Pop’s Knoll entrance on HWY 92. Directions: 1945 HWY 92 Mount Horeb, WI 53572. Two miles west of Mount Vernon, 20 miles south west of Madison, 5 miles south east of Mount Horeb. Parking is limited at Pop’s Knoll entrance, please car pool if possible.
Time: Kids Fun Run (8:15), 15 KM (9:00), 5 KM (9:15)
Events
Weather
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
64°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mazomanie Wwtp, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,719
as of 2023
Elevation
1,223 ft
Nearest Airport
MSN
Dane County Regional Truax Field · 23 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Coming Up
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Donald Dash Trail Run
May 1, 2027