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Gavin's Point Road Picnic Shelter/Gavin's Point Beach Parking Area, Yankton SD

Saturday, April 25th, 2026

🏃‍♂️ Race Information

Race Website is https://www.riverratmarathon.com.

🌲 Race Course

This race will take you along the scenic trails of the Lewis and Clark Lake Recreation area.

  • Established Trails: Runners travel on established, new paved trails.
  • Scenic Views: The trails wind along the shores of Lewis and Clark Lake and Lake Yankton.
  • Wildlife Experience: Spectacular views of the area and wildlife from the trails.
  • Bald Eagles: The lake area is a winter haven for Bald Eagles.

We do not think you will find a more beautiful race route to run!

📅 Check-in and Packet Pickup

Race check in and packet pick up:

  • Location: At Ace Bike & Fitness 2404 Broadway (recommended) the day before event from 4:30-7:30 PM Friday: new registrations will also be accepted at ACE during check in period.
  • Day of Event: At the picnic shelter at Gavins Point Area, 1 hour before race, closes 15 minutes before each race.

⏱️ Timing and Prizes

This is a CHIP TIMED race with video and manual iPad entry backup.

  • Awards: Prizes awarded to the OVERALL male and female AND prizes awarded to the first and second place male and female in the following age divisions: (1-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, and 61-99).
  • Presence Required: You must be present to receive awards if you place. No awards will be mailed out.
  • Finishing Medals: Finishing medals for all 1/2 marathon runners.
  • Shirts: Shirts for runners only.

🔥 Additional Information

  1. There are two very short grass sections that link the trails.
  2. All races completed by 11:00 am.

🔗 Race Registration

For more information and to register for the race, visit here.

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