The Battlegrounds

Specialties

The Battlegrounds is the Midwest’s only permanent mud run obstacle course. We’ve often been compared to Tough Mudder but because the course is permanent, the obstacles are bigger, better and more challenging, with less running! In addition to being a premier course, The Battlegrounds is a destination! So come out and make a day of it. Unlike WarriorDash, our course is spectator friendly with almost half of the obstacles within view. Music, activities, vendors and fun challenges throughout the festival site. Plus, there is a kids course for the little ones so bring out the family. After conquering 5 miles and 30+ obstacles utilize the shower facilities, stay for the party at The Battlegrounds, have a meal at Cedar Lake Cellars or sit by the lake and sip some wine (or beer!).

History

Established in 2011.

The Battlegrounds was developed because of a passion for health and a desire to provide a unique fitness activity in the Midwest. The course has been called the «Best Mud Run Course of them all». The permanent obstacles offer bigger challenges and the facility was built with free warm showers so you can make a whole day of it by visiting Cedar Lake Cellars winery next door after your run. For a destination run that offers 5 miles of huge obstacle bliss, warm showers, live music, a killer after party, spectator friendliness, and free parking go to www​.the​bat​tle​grounds​.com and sign up for our mailing list to receive special offers, health, training and nutrition tips, recipes, updates and more.

Meet the Business Owner

Carl B.

Business Owner

Carl is an avid sports and outdoor enthusiast. He has competed and won multiple mud runs throughout the region. His vision for The Battlegrounds: «You might still go to the other runs in town but you WON’T ever want to miss The Battlegrounds Mud Run at Cedar Lake». He has developed this permanent course with that high level of quality experience in mind.