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Des Moines Marathon Elevation Information

Minimum Elevation: 785 feet (239m)
Maximum Elevation: 980 feet (298m)		 Elevation Gain: 682 feet (207m)
Elevation Loss: 682 feet (207m)
Des Moines Marathon Elevation Profile
Course updated 06/15/2026
 

Now It's Never Too Late to Get a Pace Band:

Digital Pace Bands on Your Phone for the Des Moines Marathon

Take your race-specific pace band with you on your phone. Track each mile or kilometer, stay on goal pace, and get helpful race-day prompts as you run.

  • Real-time split tracking
  • Audio prompts over your music or playlist
  • Aid, hydration, fuel station, and course note alerts
  • Shows whether you are ahead or behind your goal
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Live Pace Band on phone