Crater Trail Run
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Crater Trail Run
Crater Trail Run is an off-road trail event held in Decorah, Iowa at Van Peenen Memorial Park. The course uses single-track mountain bike and running trails that are part of a larger 17-mile plus trail system in the area. The event supports local organizations including the Northeast Iowa Montessori School, Decorah Human Powered Trails and Decorah Park & Rec.
Aid stations are provided with water, hydration drink and food as supplies last. Specific aid and drop-bag locations described for longer distances include stations at the park entrance used for a second lap, a station at the Palisades Park entrance, and a repeated station known as Death Valley that 50K runners encounter multiple times.
The event includes a range of distances:
- 1 Mile
- 5K - 3.2 miles, 613 feet of climbing
- 10K - 6.3 miles, 1383 feet of climbing
- 25K - 15.5 miles, 2750 feet of climbing
- 50K - 31.1 miles, 5500+ feet of climbing
Course markings and clear turn indicators are provided. Headphones are not encouraged for safety because many sections of trail are narrow. The event proceeds will be split among listed local organizations. The organizer states the race will proceed rain or shine except in extreme weather, and does not guarantee refunds if the event is canceled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
