Trail running course through mixed terrain in Iowa, USA

Pleasant Creek Trail Run

45K·Sedona, az·September 12, 2026
3 distances

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Trail running course through mixed terrain in Iowa, USA

45K

144 ft gain

The course utilizes Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area's extensive trail network, featuring a mix of singletrack and wider trail surfaces through Iowa's characteristic rolling terrain. Runners experience wooded sections, creek crossings, and open meadows that showcase the area's natural diversity. The 45K and 30K distances start together at 7:30 AM, with the 15K following at 8:00 AM. All courses are designed as loops, allowing for efficient aid station placement and spectator access. The terrain offers consistent challenge without extreme technicality, making it accessible to runners building toward longer distances while still engaging experienced ultrarunners.

Trail running course through mixed terrain in Iowa

Pleasant Creek Trail Run 15K

246m gain

The course utilizes Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area's extensive trail network, featuring a mix of singletrack and wider trail surfaces through Iowa's characteristic rolling terrain. Runners experience wooded sections, creek crossings, and open meadows that showcase the area's natural diversity. The 45K and 30K distances start together at 7:30 AM, with the 15K following at 8:00 AM. All courses are designed as loops, allowing for efficient aid station placement and spectator access. The terrain offers consistent challenge without extreme technicality, making it accessible to runners building toward longer distances while still engaging experienced ultrarunners.

Trail running course through mixed terrain in Iowa

Pleasant Creek Trail Run 30K

489m gain

The course utilizes Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area's extensive trail network, featuring a mix of singletrack and wider trail surfaces through Iowa's characteristic rolling terrain. Runners experience wooded sections, creek crossings, and open meadows that showcase the area's natural diversity. The 45K and 30K distances start together at 7:30 AM, with the 15K following at 8:00 AM. All courses are designed as loops, allowing for efficient aid station placement and spectator access. The terrain offers consistent challenge without extreme technicality, making it accessible to runners building toward longer distances while still engaging experienced ultrarunners.