Leadings Ladies Marathon started as an all-woman marathon. Later, its has grown to a unisex race now called Dakota Spirit Marathon.
This course follows a gentle downhill journey through Spearfish Canyon from Lead to Spearfish. It is scenic, serene, and spectacular. The 26.2-mile full marathon started at Lead Country Club. Runners in the 13.1-mile half marathon started just north of Savoy. All the races will end in Spearfish City Park.
Those participating can pick up their race packets on August 16 from 12 pm to 5 pm at Wilbur S. Trethway Pavillion next to Spearfish City Park.
Race will start on August 17th, starting at the following times and locations:
- Women's Full Marathon
- Line-up Location: Lead Country Club
- Start Time: 6 am MDT
- Men's Full Marathon
- Line-up Location Leading Country Club
- Start Time: 6:15 am MDT
- Dakota Spirit Half Marathon
- Line-Up Location: 1/4 mile North of Savoy
- Start Time: 6:30 am MDT
- Dakota Spirit 10K
- Line-Up Location: Bridal Veil Falls
- Start Time: 6:30 am MDT
- Dakota Spirit 5K
- Line-Up Location: Community Caves Trail pull out
- Start Time: 10 am MDT
History of Leading Ladies:
The Leading Ladies Marathon course is USATF-certified and is a qualifier for the world-famous Boston Marathon. Marathon and half marathon races end a weekend that includes a writer’s workshop, guest speakers, and shorter road races for other runners.
