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Date:
Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Location:
Creston, Iowa
50801
United States
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5k 8 Miles Run Trail

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, Grater 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: $300

  • 8 mile 2nd: $200

  • 8 mile 3rd: $100

  • 5K 1st: $75

  • 5K 2nd: $50

  • 5K 3rd: $35

Age category winners receive recognition and various prizes as well.

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