Greater 8 and 5K - VIRTUAL 8 MILE
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External Event
Distance
8 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
This event takes place on the Saturday before the 4th of July in Creston, Iowa. This is a fundraiser and participant registration goes towards a donation for our AMAZING High Lakes Trails! Our title sponsor, Greater Regional Health and the many community sponsors and volunteers are what make this event & fundraiser so successful! We award cash prizes for the top three finishers (male & female) in each race: 8 mile 1st: $3008 mile 2nd: $2008 mile 3rd: $1005K 1st: $755K 2nd: $505K 3rd: $35 Age category winners receive recognition and various prizes as well.
Typical conditions
For events around July 2027 in Creston, IA, United States: Typical summer / warmer season in this region — plan hydration and sun protection; verify any heat policies with the organizer.
How to prepare
A 10K benefits from a mix of easy mileage and one quality workout weekly. Build toward a long run of about 8–12 km in the weeks before the event, and keep taper light.
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This event is listed in Creston, IA, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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