
From the Organizer
Join us on April 24th, 2027 for the 14th annual Kewash Trail Run! The Kewash Marathon made its debut in 2026, giving runners the chance to tackle 26.2 miles along the scenic Kewash Trail.
Whether you're chasing a PR or just out for a fun, supported run, we’ve got a distance for everyone:
🏃♂️ Marathon
🏃♀️ Half Marathon
🏃 10K
🏃 5K
The Kewash Trail offers a fast, non-technical out-and-back course with a mix of gradual inclines, declines, and flat stretches—perfect for first-timers and seasoned runners alike.
All participants will receive:
👕 Race shirt (short sleeve for 5K/10K; long sleeve option for Half/Full Marathon)
🏅 Finisher medal
🍻 Post-race drink ticket (21+)
📷 Free race photos available for download after the race
Register today and join us for this exciting new chapter in Kewash history!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
65°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Washington, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,314
as of 2023
Elevation
748 ft
Nearest Airport
CID
The Eastern Iowa Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 103 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Kewash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
320
Days to train
Coming Up
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24 miles away
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Run for the Schools
25 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Kewash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Apr 24, 2027