Kewash Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Race Date
Apr 25, 2026
Location
Washington, IA
The Experience
Join us on April 25th 2026 for the 13th annual Kewash Trail Run—and for the first time ever, we're going the full distance! The Kewash Marathon makes its debut in 2026, giving runners the chance to tackle 26.2 miles along the scenic Kewash Trail. Whether you're chasing a PR or just out for a fun, supported run, we’ve got a distance for everyone: 🏃♂️ Marathon (NEW!) 🏃♀️ Half Marathon 🏃 10K 🏃 5K The Kewash Trail offers a fast, non-technical out-and-back course with a mix of gradual inclines, declines, and flat stretches—perfect for first-timers and seasoned runners alike. All participants will receive: 👕 Race shirt (short sleeve for 5K/10K; long sleeve option for Half/Full Marathon) 🏅 Finisher medal 🍻 Post-race drink ticket (21+) 📷 Free race photos available for download after the race
Register today and join us for this exciting new chapter in Kewash history!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
YMCA of Washington County, Washington, IA, 52353
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
IA19005MF · Expires 2029 · Kewash Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
16 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
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