Find Endurance Races in Iowa

Endurance Racing in Iowa

Iowa's endurance community is tight-knit and growing, with events that showcase the state's surprising scenic beauty. The rolling hills of the Loess Hills in western Iowa and the bluffs along the Mississippi River provide dramatic backdrops for trail runs and cycling events. RAGBRAI (Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa) is the oldest, largest, and longest multi-day bicycle touring event in the world, crossing the entire state each July. Des Moines hosts a growing marathon and half marathon scene, while the university towns of Iowa City and Ames support active running communities. The state's gravel roads — thousands of miles of them — are fueling a growing gravel cycling scene. Racing season runs from April through October with ideal conditions in spring and fall.