Scenic score
- IMT Des Moines Marathon
- 89/100
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A data-led head-to-head using sourced race facts and available derived figures under one published methodology.
Data current as ofThe available sourced metrics do not create a clear lead; use the table to compare the held route, cost and race-day evidence.
| Metric | IMT Des Moines Marathon | Des Moines St. Paddy's Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K |
|---|---|---|
| Scenic score | 89/100 | Unavailable |
| Conditions | 81/100 | Unavailable |
Only metrics available for at least one side are shown. A ✓ marks the better value for each metric (higher-is-better aware). Scores are out of 100 when available. Ascent, climbing density, max absolute grade and median finish describe course or field context and are not marked as better or worse.
| Fact | IMT Des Moines Marathon | Des Moines St. Paddy's Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K |
|---|---|---|
| Race date | 2026-10-18 | Unavailable |
| Location | Des Moines, Iowa | Des Moines, Iowa |
| Actual distance | 42.2 km | 42.2 km |
| RaceIndex mapped route held | Not held | Held |
| RaceIndex elevation profile held | Not held | Not held |
| Surface | Road/pavement on closed downtown and neighborhood streets | Entirely paved surfaces, either street or bike trail |
| Elevation character | Gently Rolling | Gently Rolling |
| Terrain | Trail, Road | Mixed, Towpath, Road |
| Scenery | City, Lakeside, Historic, Parkland, Riverside | City, Riverside, Lakeside, Parkland, Waterfront |
| Atmosphere | Unavailable | Festival, Community |
| Technicality | Non Technical | Non Technical |
| Total ascent | Unavailable | 135 m |
| Total descent | Unavailable | 135 m |
| Net elevation | 0 m | 0 m |
| Cutoff | 7:00:00 | 6:00:00 |
| Latest finishers | 1,889 | Unavailable |
| Entry model | Open | Open |
| Qualifying status | Boston_equivalent | Unavailable |
Facts are shown only when they exist in the sourced race record; Not held means no sourced value is held for that race.