Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k

Race Overview

USATF CERTIFIED Half Marathon course rarely strays from the waters edge of scenic Storm Lake. This run is primarily flat with little elevation change and makes for a fast course: perfect for a certification run. Our 5k is a nice loop course that circles back and finishes just beyond King's Pointe beach and playground. In addition to a great run on one of the most beautiful courses, you'll get to enjoy the community of Storm Lake. Home to around 30 different languages, the diversity here is amazing and shows in a great selection of restaurants and shops. Come to run and stay to explore and enjoy this place we call home.

Half Marathon Relay

• Team Options: Our Half Marathon Relay offers two-person or four-person team options.
• Coordination: Teams are responsible for coordinating their own handoff points along the course, with Lake Pointe Villa serving as an approximate halfway mark.
• Distance Division: Runners can divide the distance as they see fit, whether splitting it evenly or having one runner cover more ground.
• Registration: The only requirement is to register as either a two-person or four-person relay.

Runner Perks

• T-Shirt: Every runner will get an awesome t-shirt that is high quality and perfect for running gear.
• Finisher Medal: All runners will also receive a finisher medal.
• Course Information: ROUTE starts at Kings Pointe Resort for USATF Course - please visit this link: USATF Course Certification.

Packet Pick Up

PACKET PICK UP will be Friday, August 29 at King's Pointe Resort (1520 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA) from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. You can also pick up your packet on Saturday morning bright and early from 6-7:00 a.m. at Kings Pointe Resort.

Starting Line Details

All Races begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 30 at Kings Pointe Resort near the hotel lobby. All races will end at the Awaysis Park (1409 E. Lakeshore Dr. Storm Lake, IA). You can park your car at the resort or at the park as the race starts and ends within the resort area.

Water Stations

There will be 6 water stations on the half-marathon route and 1 for the 5K. They are evenly spaced through the course and they will have water and Gatorade.

Finish Line & Snacks

We will have snacks, music, and refreshments available for runners at the finish line.

Important Note

No t-shirt guaranteed if registration received after August 21, 2025.