Timber City Adventure Race- Kayak or Canoe/Bike/Run

About the Event

The Timber City Adventure Race is an exciting annual outdoor event held in Maquoketa, Iowa, combining athletic challenge with the natural beauty of Jackson County. Participants can compete individually or as part of a team, taking on a multi‑sport course that features canoeing or kayaking, biking, and running.

Two Race Options
To welcome both seasoned racers and newcomers, the Timber City Adventure Race offers two different race distances:

Timber City Adventure Race (Full Course)
Participants begin on the Maquoketa River with an 11‑mile canoe or kayak paddle, winding beneath towering limestone bluffs and through peaceful valleys. Racers then transition to a 12‑mile bike ride, starting with a challenging incline before continuing through scenic countryside. The race finishes with a 5K run through Maquoketa’s trails and downtown, concluding on Main Street.

Timber City Adventure Express
Looking for a shorter but equally fun challenge? The Adventure Express offers a condensed version of the race, featuring a 3‑mile paddle, a 6‑mile bike ride, and a 5K run—perfect for first‑time racers or those wanting a faster‑paced experience.

Event Details
Date: June 27, 2026

Location: Starts and finishes in Maquoketa, Iowa

Disciplines: Canoe or kayak, bike, and run

Whether you’re pushing your limits or trying an adventure race for the first time, the Timber City Adventure Race delivers a day of competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable outdoor fun. Paddle the river, pedal the hills, and run through town—it’s an adventure that’s uniquely Maquoketa.

Races Offered

Timber City Adventure Individual. . .Competitive Division

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$55.00

Timber City Adventure Individual. . Recreational Division.

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$55.00

Timber City Adventure . 2 Person Team- Recreational Division.

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$110.00

Timber City Adventure EXPRESS 2 Person Team Recreational

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 9 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$110.00

Timber City Adventure EXPRESS 3-4 Person Team Recreational

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 9 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$160.00

Timber City Adventure EXPRESS Individual Recreational

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 9 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$55.00

Timber City Adventure. 2 Person Team- Competitive Division. MIXED

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$110.00

Timber City Adventure. 2 Person Team- Competitive Division-. All MEN

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$110.00

Timber City Adventure. 2 Person Team- Competitive Division. . All WOMEN

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$110.00

Timber City Adventure. 3/4 Person Team- Recreational Division

Jun 27, 2026

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Distance — 25 Miles

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Type — Multisports

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$160.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Maquoketa.

thermostat Temperature

16.9° / 27.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.0° / 27.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 8m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

66.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:27

nightlight Sunset

20:38

About Maquoketa

Learn more about the host city, Maquoketa.

Maquoketa is a city in Jackson County, Iowa, United States. Located on the Maquoketa River, it is the county seat of Jackson County. The population was 6,128 at the 2020 census.