Lewis & Clark Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
Lewis & Clark Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run is a running race on April 24, 2027 in Council Bluffs, IA, with entry fees from $29 to $99.
- Date
- April 24, 2027 (276 days to go)
- Price
- $29–$99
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Lewis & Clark Marathon
April 24, 2027 | Council Bluffs, Iowa
Step into history and begin your next chapter at the inaugural Lewis & Clark Marathon. Featuring a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids 1-Mile Fun Run, this unique event blends scenic riverfront running with one of America's most historic landscapes.
The course follows a combination of paved roads and paved recreational trails, taking runners along the banks of the mighty Missouri River, around beautiful Lake Manawa, and through the heart of historic downtown Council Bluffs.
Along the way, participants will experience landmarks that helped shape our nation's story, including the Historic General Dodge House, Council Bluffs Union Station, the Golden Spike Monument, portions of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, and the historic Mormon Trail, where the Mormon Battalion assembled before the westward migration.
Designed as a fast course, runners will enjoy mostly flat terrain with gentle rolling hills that provide just enough variety while remaining ideal for personal bests.
The Marathon follows a scenic loop course, while the Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Fun Run feature easy-to-follow out-and-back routes.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, completing your first race, or simply looking for an unforgettable destination event, the Lewis & Clark Marathon offers a one-of-a-kind experience where history, community, and the spirit of exploration come together.
Race Distances
Marathon (26.2 Miles)
Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
5K
Kids 1-Mile Fun Run
Come discover the Missouri Valley.
Run where explorers, pioneers, presidents, dreamers... and now you begin the next chapter.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
67°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Omaha Eppley Airfield, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Council Bluffs, IA
Population
62,564
as of 2023
City Elevation
985 ft
Nearest Airport
OMA
Eppley Airfield · 4 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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276
Days to train
- Race
- Lewis & Clark Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
- Date
- April 24, 2027
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Lewis & Clark Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
Apr 24, 2027