Marathon

Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon

Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon descends through Black Hills forest on crushed limestone, mixing sustained downhill with high-country rollers.

Next raceSunday, June 6, 2027
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationDeadwood, South Dakota
Get alertsLast checked August 18, 2026

Quick facts

  • Point-to-point rail-trail marathon in the Black Hills.
  • Crushed limestone covers most of the route.
  • Long net descent follows early rolling terrain.
  • Seven-hour limit accommodates walkers.

About the Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon

This scenic South Dakota race uses the George S. Mickelson Trail for most of its point-to-point journey. A generous limit welcomes runners and walkers.

Course

After an elevated start near Rochford, the route follows crushed-limestone rail trail toward Deadwood. Early rollers give way to a long net descent that still taxes the legs.

Race-day weather

June in the Black Hills can shift from cold rain to bright sun. The high start is often cooler than Deadwood, and storms may develop quickly.

Past Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Sunday, June 6, 2027Upcoming
2026Sunday, June 7, 2026CompletedOpen results

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Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon FAQ

When is the Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon?

The 2027 Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon is on Sunday, June 6, 2027.

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