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Big Sioux Rec Trail Race

calendar_today 26 Sep, 2026

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sell $10.83 – $34.37

Big Sioux Rec Trail Race

About the Event

The Big Sioux Rec Trail Race returns to Brandon, South Dakota on September 26th, featuring a range of distances for runners across all age groups. The event takes place along the scenic trails within the Big Sioux floodplain and is organized by the Sioux Falls Area Running Club (SFRAC). Participants can expect challenging but rewarding routes that showcase the natural beauty of the area.
On race morning at 7am, temperatures in Brandon typically range from a mild 14.6°C to a comfortable high of 26.0°C with an average temperature around 20.3°C and humidity at approximately 63.8%. The trail conditions are generally hard and dry, providing runners with a stable surface underfoot despite the possibility that heavy rainfall could alter or cancel courses closer to race day.
Celebrating its tenth year as part of the Trail Race Series and marking the 25th anniversary of Newton Hills in 2026, this event has grown from modest beginnings into an important community fixture. Over the years, it has attracted a diverse group of runners ranging from seasoned veterans to young families participating together. The race supports various local causes and encourages participation through discounted rates for club members.
The Big Sioux Rec Trail Race offers participants several options including both 5-mile (8K) and 2-mile (3.2K) races, each with separate categories for adults and those under the age of eighteen. The trail conditions on race day will be hard and dry surfaces suitable for running without excessive mud or water hazards.
The course winds through the Big Sioux floodplain and features a mix of flat terrain interspersed with gentle hills that provide scenic views along the route. Aid stations are strategically placed throughout, offering hydration and basic medical support if needed. The start and finish lines both take place at 410 W Park St in Brandon.
Registration for the event can be completed online via https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=136611 with fees ranging from $15 for participants under eighteen to a standard rate of $34.37 per race for adults, depending on age group and distance chosen. Bib pickup will occur at the Sioux Falls Area Running Club (SFRAC) headquarters located in Brandon starting one week before the event.
The Big Sioux Rec Trail Race takes place along the trails within Brandon, South Dakota, offering runners a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the region while supporting local causes and community initiatives. With its mix of challenging terrain and scenic routes, this 5-mile (8K) race is well worth attending for both recreational and competitive runners looking for an engaging outdoor event.
5 Miler
8K  •  Start: 09:00:00  •  Fee: $34.37
5 Miler 18 & Under
8K  •  Start: 09:00:00  •  Fee: $10.83
2 Miler
3.2K  •  Start: 09:05:00  •  Fee: $34.37
2 Miler 18 & Under
3.2K  •  Start: 09:05:00  •  Fee: $10.83
Free Kids Race
Start: 10:30:00

The Big Sioux Rec Trail Race offers a 2 Miler | 3.2K with a fee of $34.37; the same distance but at a reduced price of $10.83 is available for participants under eighteen years old as of race day. Additionally, there's an option to run in the 5 Miler | 8K event priced at $34.37 and its youth counterpart (under eighteen) with a fee of $10.83. Finally, all young runners can enjoy the Free Kids Race starting around 10:30am.

Races Offered

5 Miler

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 8K

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09:00

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$34.37

5 Miler 18 & Under

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 8K

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09:00

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$10.83

2 Miler

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 3.2K

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09:05

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$34.37

2 Miler 18 & Under

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 3.2K

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09:05

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$10.83

Free Kids Race

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — Free Kids Race

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10:30

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Brandon.

thermostat Temperature
14.6° / 26.0°
wb_sunny Feels like
12.9° / 23.9°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
10h 53m
water_drop Avg rainfall
1.0 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
air Avg wind speed
13.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
High
terrain Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
63.8%
wb_twilight Sunrise
07:06
nightlight Sunset
19:35

About Brandon

Learn more about the host city, Brandon.

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Brandon is a city in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, United States. Brandon is located five miles east of Sioux Falls. The population was 11,048 as of the 2020 census.

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Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for Big Sioux Rec Trail Race.

Place Name Year Time
🥇 Matthew Horan '23 00:29:29
🥈 Justin Lancaster '23 00:31:42
🥉 Joel Engle '23 00:33:14
4 Matt Seiler '23 00:33:55
5 Matt Seiler '24 00:34:31

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