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United States
Iowa
Winneshiek County
Decorah

Pulpit Rock loop from Decorah

Hard

4.6

(4623)

14,319

runners

Pulpit Rock loop from Decorah

01:50

17.6km

100m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2026

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Parking

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2.48 km

Pulpit Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Pulpit Rock, a prominent limestone bluff in Decorah, Iowa, is a picturesque natural landmark in Will Baker Park. This striking geological formation, sculpted by centuries of erosion, offers dramatic views of the Upper Iowa River and the surrounding cityscape.
A moderately challenging one-mile loop trail, featuring some steep sections and stone steps, leads hikers to the summit. From this vantage point, visitors are rewarded with panoramic vistas of the Decorah Community Prairie and the scenic rolling hills characteristic of Iowa's Driftless Area.

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17.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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14.1 km

2.37 km

744 m

373 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

4.19 km

2.36 km

373 m

249 m

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Wednesday 1 July

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23°C

85 %

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