Des Moines St. Paddys Marathon

The course for this marathon is predominantly flat and fast, making it suitable for runners targeting personal bests or Boston Marathon qualifiers. The route begins and ends in the vicinity of the Iowa State Capitol, providing immediate views of the impressive government building and offering an urban atmosphere as runners set off through downtown Des Moines.\n\nParticipants traverse fully paved surfaces, spanning city streets and dedicated bike trails. The course winds alongside the Des Moines