
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
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Start Time
6:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
East Lauralee Lane off Thiel Road (River Road), Laurel, MT, 59044
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Elevation Gain
0'
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
90°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
41%
Humidity
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