South Dakota · Half Marathon
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon is a half marathon event held in Keystone, South Dakota. It is usually held in September; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 1,200 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Keystone, SD
- Field size
- ~1,200 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- September (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Keystone, South Dakota
- Distances
- Half Marathon
- Field size
- About 1,200 runners
- Course
- Challenging uphill paved/dirt course with net climb, final downhill; ~1,000+ ft gain
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- vacationraces.com
About the Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
A point-to-point half marathon (the 'Mount Rushmore Marathon' event) starting at Ghost Canyon Getaway near Hermosa and finishing in Keystone, showcasing the Black Hills and views toward Mount Rushmore.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- Part of the Vacation Races national series; scenic destination half with Mount Rushmore views; finisher medals for all
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Mount Rushmore Half Marathon: common questions
- When is the Mount Rushmore Half Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Mount Rushmore Half Marathon held?
- In Keystone, South Dakota.
- What distances does the Mount Rushmore Half Marathon offer?
- Half Marathon.
- How many people run the Mount Rushmore Half Marathon?
- About 1,200 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Mount Rushmore Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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