Great River Road Race
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Great River Road Road Race : Pikes Peak State Park, McGregor, IA
The Great River Road Road Race is held at Pikes Peak State Park in McGregor, Iowa. The event offers two chip-timed road race distances on courses that are USATF sanctioned and certified. The 5K carries certification IA 24009MF and the 10K carries certification IA 24008-M.
The route begins at the park parking lot. Runners follow Pikes Peak Road west to the Great River Road, turn south, continue to the 5K or 10K mark, and return along the same route. The course includes slightly rolling hills.
After the race there is an awards presentation and an untraditional pancake breakfast provided to participants. Entry for each race is listed at $40, with a range of race fees noted up to $50.
Distances:
- 5K Run
- 10K Run
The description focuses on course layout, certification, timing method, and post-race activities. The organizer is listed as the GRRRR Great River Road Road Race and the venue address is Pikes Peak State Park, 32264 Pikes Peak Road, McGregor, IA 52157. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.