The race starts at the Thompson Park 6th St., runs through the hills north of town, and back to the park. You can choose from a 2-mile, 4-mile, or 8-mile run. Note that the 8-mile race will start a 1/2 hour earlier, at 6:30 am.
Register before 6/20/2025 to make sure you get a T-shirt.
Packet pick up will be July 2nd from 11am-3pm & July 3rd - 11am to 3pm at the Laurel Chamber of Commerce (108 E Main). If at all possible, please pick up your packets at that time.
Packets can also be picked up on the morning of the 4th before the race at Thomson Park
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.
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
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