Timber City Adventure Race
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Timber City Adventure Race in Maquoketa, Iowa
The Timber City Adventure Race is a multisport event held on June 27, 2026, in Maquoketa, Iowa. The course combines paddling on the Maquoketa River, a road bike segment through surrounding countryside, and a run that finishes on Main Street in Maquoketa. The full route passes beneath limestone bluffs and through valley scenery during the river paddle.
Two route formats are offered, described by their discipline segments:
- Full course: 11 mile paddle, 12 mile bike, 5K run.
- Express course: 3 mile paddle, 6 mile bike, 5K run.
Entry formats include individual racers and teams. Competitive and recreational divisions are available for the full course, with competitive 2 person teams offered in all men, all women, and mixed categories. Recreational team options include 2 person teams and 3 or 4 person teams; the 3/4 person option is offered only in the recreational division. The Express route is offered as a recreational option only.
The event presents distinct route lengths and division formats so participants can choose based on preferred distance and team size. The disciplines listed are canoe or kayak for the paddle portion, followed by bike and run segments through Maquoketa and the surrounding area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.