Greater 8 and 5K
About this race
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.
Pick your distance
Running
Greater 8
This race starts at Green Valley State Park and ends at McKinley Park. There is transportation that can take you from McKinley to Green Valley. That bus leaves at 6:50am
5K
This race begins and ends at McKinley Park. You are encouraged to park at McKinley ball field or a side street.
VIRTUAL 8 MILE
You are not guaranteed a shirt, finisher medal or swag bag. Message the race director after the event regarding availability. We cannot ship anything at our expense.
VIRTUAL 5K
You are not guaranteed a shirt, finisher medal or swag bag. Message the race director after the event regarding availability. We cannot ship anything at our expense.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 7 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Creston.
About Creston
Greater 8 and 5K takes place in Creston, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.
