South Dakota
South Dakota Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in South Dakota for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 6 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in South Dakota below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Newton Hills Trail Races at Newton Hills State Park feature a scenic 6 mile course with elevation and a family friendly 2 mile route on October 10, 2026.
November 2026
Trail ultras at Newton Hills State Park offering 20K, 30K and 50K on a 10K loop with steep climbs, loop aid station, required state park pass, and a multiyear Betty award challenge.
May 2027
A 50K at Tuthill Park where runners complete a 0.31 mile loop 100 times with about 90 feet of climb per loop. Entry is by essay and all donations go to charities chosen by the winners.
June 2027
A multi-distance trail event in early June 2027 on the Mickelson Trail between Rochford and Deadwood, featuring a full marathon, half marathon, relay, 5K and kids 1K.
Late June ultramarathon on the Centennial Trail near Sturgis offering 100 Mile, 50 Mile, 50 Kilometer and 30 Kilometer courses over rugged single-track terrain.
July 2027
Multi-distance ultramarathon on the Mickelson Trail in Custer, South Dakota, featuring 100, 50, 30, 20 mile and relay options; registration opens October 1.