Des Moines is more than just cornfields. Some people say, it’s culture without the cost. Art without the attitude. Travel without the traffic. And walkability without the worry.   ​
Race day starts with a 2.4-mile urban swim in Gray’s Lake with downtown Des Moines acting as your background. Athletes will push their limits on this 112-mile ride featuring rolling hills and city views. As you transition to the last leg of your race, you will feel the energy of this up-and-coming city. The final leg of this race features an action-packed city tour, spectator lined trails and a downtown finish line you and your support crew will never forget.  ​
Come experience the urban charm for yourself. ​
The 2022 Certified Piedmontese Beef IRONMAN North American Championship Des Moines will offer Age Group qualifying slots to the 2022 IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i.