Leading Ladies Marathon - Spearfish, South Dakota

The course is set to show-case the beautiful Black Hills scenery for runners and volunteers alike.

Event Director Elaine Doll-Dunn in her PT Cruiser, 'Milli Vanilli'

How Many People Does It Take To Put On a Marathon?
by Race Director, Elaine Doll-Dunn

An all-woman marathon! A gentle down-hill 26.2 mile journey through Spearfish Canyon from Lead to Spearfish... scenic, serene, spectacular. Savor the relaxed pace of a Dakota day, and the western hospitality of the mystical Black Hills.

Participants: women of all ages, sizes, shapes and stamina. The Leading Ladies' Marathon course is USATF certified and is a Boston Qualifier!

Get your reservations for accommodations in early for 2010. The annual Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, SD will be Aug 9th - 15th and so many of the area rooms will be filled early.

2009 Event Results

Previous years

2008 Event Results

2007 Event Results

2006 Event Results

Results of the 2005 Inaugural Race

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