Leading Ladies' Marathon & Half Marathon

The Leading Ladies' Marathon, held on August 16-17, 2025, in Spearfish, South Dakota, is a unique event that starts at an elevation of 6,000 feet and runs downhill into Spearfish, losing 2,400 feet to a finishing elevation of 3,600 feet. The course offers a fast and scenic route, making it ideal for runners seeking personal bests. With a PR Score of 99.88, it ranks as the 34th fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest in South Dakota.\n\nThe event features a full marathon, half marathon,