Iowa Trail Run Series: Jester Park
Iowa Trail Run Series: Jester Park is a running race on September 13, 2026 in Granger, IA, with entry fees from $40 to $220.
- Date
- September 13, 2026 (52 days to go)
- Location
- 12130 NW 128th St, Granger, IA
- Price
- $40–$220
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Run along the picturesque shore of Saylorville Lake through Jester Park on a variety of trail surfaces including gravel, dirt, and grass. New in 2026, we're doing an enduro! How many times in 10 hours can you do the 3.1 mile loop?
Or get ready for a great 5K or 10K and don't forget to wave at the buffalo as you run by!
The Iowa Trail Run Series is not about spending a bunch of cash for no reason. You'll get a great race with clear marking and course support, with basic timing, a cool custom bib, and a rotating race item such as a BUFF, socks, a stocking cap, coffee mug, and aluminum water bottle. Signing up for the entire series includes a series gift! Do you want a really soft and comfy tri-blend shirt with one of our Animal Icons? Great! Add one during your registration. We know some people have enough stuff in their closet and others may want to commemorate the day! Plenty of post-race food to refuel! Games!
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
77°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Des Moines Wsfo-Johnston, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Granger, IA
Population
1,919
as of 2023
City Elevation
894 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Iowa Trail Run Series: Jester Park, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
52
Days to train
- Race
- Iowa Trail Run Series: Jester Park
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- 12130 NW 128th St, Granger, IA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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.
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Granger 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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Iowa Trail Run Series: Jester Park
Sep 13, 2026