Big Sky State Games Road Race

Big Sky State Games Road Race

Race Date

Jul 18, 2026

Location

Laurel, MT

The Experience

This is a fairly flat, fast course on Thiel/River Rd and follows along scenic views of the Yellowstone River and it's wildlife. Big Sky State Games road race competitors can compete in a 5k, 10k or 1/2 marathon. It is a qualifying sport for the State Games of America.  All runners must be finished by 10 a.m. NOTE:  The 5k, 10k, and 1/2 Marathon are USATF State Championships for Montana Start Times:  1/2 marathon: 6:30 a.m.,  10k: 7:30 a.m., 5k: 7:40 a.m. All runners must finish by 9:30 am Early entry fee: 5k and 10k: $35, 1/2 marathon: $40 Late entry fee: 5k and 10k: $40, 1/2 marathon: $45 Day of Packet Pickup entry fee: 5k/10k: $45, 1/2 Marathon: $50 Click to View Course Map

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles6.2 Miles13.1 Miles

USATF Certified Course

MT24002JC · Expires 2034 · BSSG Half Marathon

Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

View USATF Course Map (PDF)

Historical Performance

Median Finish

2:03:18

9:25/mi

Winning Time

1:13:06

5:35/mi

Finishers (2025)

68

States Represented

9 / 50

Gender Split

38% Female62% Male

Finish Time Distribution

2:002:25

FASTER 25%

1:44:38

MEDIAN

2:03:18

SLOWER 25%

2:22:01

Average runner age: 39

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

62°

Afternoon (High)

90°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.0"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

41%

Humidity

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