Training and Community

From paved river paths to quiet country roads and wooded trails, Eau Claire offers a wide variety of routes for every type of run. Whether you're looking for an easy recovery jog or a long marathon training run, there's always somewhere new to explore.

Run alongside the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers while enjoying bridges, parks, and waterfront scenery. The city's interconnected trail system makes it easy to log miles without feeling like you're running the same route twice.

Running is better together. Eau Claire is home to runners of every pace and experience level, and you'll quickly find friendly faces who are happy to cheer you on, answer questions, or invite you to join a run.

One of the best parts of a run? The coffee afterward. Eau Claire is filled with locally owned coffee shops that make perfect post-run meeting spots to refuel, relax, and catch up with friends.

Need a place to stretch, meet your running group, or let the kids play after your workout? Eau Claire's parks provide beautiful green spaces that make training days even more enjoyable.

You'll find opportunities to run with others nearly every week throughout the year. Whether you're training for the Eau Claire Marathon, looking for accountability, or simply wanting to meet fellow runners, there's a group waiting for you.

At Eau Claire Marathon, we believe running is a year-round celebration. Enjoy scenic routes through every season, then experience the fun of our ECM 5K Race Series—from the patriotic f-EAU-rth of July 5K to the festive hall-EAU-ween 5K, ho h-EAU ho 5K, and xox-EAU 5K. No matter the season, there's always another finish line—and another reason to gather as a community.

Every season brings a different experience. Enjoy colorful fall miles, peaceful snow-covered winter routes, blooming spring trails, and warm summer mornings. Eau Claire is a running destination no matter the time of year.

Eau Claire combines the amenities of a vibrant city with the friendliness of a close-knit community. It's the kind of place where runners wave to each other on the trail, volunteers remember your name, and every finish line feels like coming home.