Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k

Step Up Half Marathon, Relay & 5k

Event Information

• Date: 2026-09-05
• Location: 1520 E Lakeshore Dr., Storm Lake, IA
• URL: Step Up Storm Lake

Course Description

• Half Marathon: USATF CERTIFIED course rarely strays from the waters edge of scenic Storm Lake.
• Terrain: This run is primarily flat with little elevation change and makes for a fast course: perfect for a certification run.
• 5k Details: A nice loop course that circles back and finishes just beyond King's Pointe beach and playground.
• Community: Enjoy the diversity and the great selection of restaurants and shops in Storm Lake.

Half Marathon Relay

• Team Options: Offers two-person or four-person team options.
• Handoff Points: Teams are responsible for coordinating their own handoff points, with Lake Pointe Villa as an approximate halfway mark.
• Distance Division: Runners can divide the distance as they see fit.
• Registration: Must register as either a two-person or four-person relay.

Runner Perks

• T-shirt: Every runner will get a high-quality t-shirt perfect for running gear.
• Finisher Medal: All runners will receive a finisher medal.

Route Information

• Starting Point: The route starts at Kings Pointe Resort.
• USATF Course: For the course details, please visit this link: USATF Course Certification

Packet Pickup

• Date & Time: Friday, August 29 at King's Pointe Resort from 4:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
• Morning Pickup: Pick up available on Saturday morning from 6-7:00 am at Kings Pointe Resort.

Race Day Details

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

Water Stations

• Half Marathon: There will be 6 water stations on the half-marathon route.
• 5k: 1 water station for the 5-K.
• Supplies: Water and Gatorade will be provided.

Finish Line Amenities

• Refreshments: Snacks, music, and refreshments will be available for runners at the finish line.

Important Note

• T-shirt Guarantee: No t-shirt guaranteed if registration received after August 21, 2025.