Iowa · 8 Miles
Sycamore 8
Sycamore 8 is a 8 Miles event held in Johnston, Iowa. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, December 5, 2026.
- Race day
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- Johnston, IA
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Location
- Johnston, Iowa
- Distances
- 8 Miles
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 9:00 AM CST
- Course profile
- Loop course; Mostly trail, some road
About the Sycamore 8
2025 Results 2025 Photos This hidden gem takes place the first weekend in December following the single-track dirt trail of the Sycamore Trail along the Des Moines River. Unpredictable winter weather in Iowa has brought rain, snow, and negative temps but has also brought picturesque 50-degree days and some of the fastest dirt trails in the state. This race caters to veteran and new trail runners alike. With rolling single track, vast views of the Des Moines River and ever present wildlife, you …
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Sycamore 8: common questions
- When is the Sycamore 8?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, December 5, 2026.
- Where is the Sycamore 8 held?
- In Johnston, Iowa.
- What distances does the Sycamore 8 offer?
- 8 Miles.
- How do I register for the Sycamore 8?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Sycamore 8?
- Yes — registration is open. $40 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Sycamore 8 start?
- 9:00 AM CST.
- What is the course like at the Sycamore 8?
- Loop course; Mostly trail, some road.
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