For The Wild 5K/10K+
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 10K
- Price
- $25–$30
From the Organizer
Join us to support our local wildlife! All proceeds from this event will go towards Wild Instincts, Inc. Wild Instincts is a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation center in Rhinelander, Wisconsin that serves the wildlife throughout our entire state. Read more about Wild Instincts by clicking here!
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Saturday, Sept. 26th, 2026
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Registration/Check-in 8:00 - 8:45
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10 K+ start @ 9:00, 5 K start @ 9:05
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Very Important: The 10K+ is 10.9K (6.8 miles)
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Parking & Start/End point at Newbold Recreation Area: 6954 Ole Lake Road, Rhinelander, WI
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5K and 10K+, open to walkers, runners, and bikers!
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Strollers welcome (Sorry, while we love our 4-legged pals, no dogs please)
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Nonrefundable entry fee of $30 (10K) and $25 (5K)- Plus a $3.00 service fee
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Children ages 12 and under are free (please still register for liability waiver purposes)
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T-shirts guaranteed to those registered by Sept. 12th
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This is a non-timed event
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Prizes for top two finishers in the following categories: 5K run, 10K+ run, 10K+ bike
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Wear a shirt that shows support for nature or wildlife to be entered into a drawing!!
--> The route: Start at Newbold Rec Area --> Ole Lake Road --> Lake Mildred Road --> Bike path back --> Ole Lake Road --> End at Newbold Rec Area
Events
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
65°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rhinelander Oneida Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rhinelander, WI
City Elevation
1,575 ft
Nearest Airport
RHI
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- For The Wild 5K/10K+
- Date
- September 26, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the For The Wild 5K/10K+?
- For The Wild 5K/10K+ is a running race held in Rhinelander, Wisconsin on September 26, 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 running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the For The Wild 5K/10K+?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Rhinelander, Wisconsin at 6954 Ole Lake Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the For The Wild 5K/10K+?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
For The Wild 5K/10K+
Sep 26, 2026