Sundance to Spearfish Marathon
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Sundance to Spearfish Marathon
The Sundance to Spearfish Marathon is a road race held in Spearfish, South Dakota on September 13, 2026. The course runs mostly downhill through the Black Hills region of Wyoming and South Dakota and is measured as a certified marathon.
The route begins on improved gravel roads from Cement Ridge toward Savoy, covering the first 12 miles across mountain meadows, valleys, and canyons with a net drop of 1,606 ft. There is a notable climb from mile 2.00 to 2.56 that gains 169 ft. Around mile 9.35 the course passes the winter film site for Dances with Wolves.
The remaining approximately 14 miles are on hardtop along Spearfish Canyon Highway (Route 14A), a National Scenic Byway, descending an additional 1,364 ft into Spearfish. The road section is shared with the Leading Ladies Marathon. The course is USATF certified and designated as a Boston qualifying course; it may be credited toward either Wyoming or South Dakota.
Additional event details such as registration and participant limits are provided by the organizer. The description focuses on the course profile, surfaces, scenery, certification, and location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
