About This Race

The Sioux Falls Area Running Club has been putting on a trail race at Newton Hills State Park since 2002. The race started as an 8 mile race from 2002 thru 2006, then changed to the current distances in 2007. All runners from beginners to veterans are welcome to participate. The 2 mile race length gives participants the ability to try out trail running and provides the whole family an opportunity to participate. The 6 mile route gives the participant the ability to run most of the trails that Newton Hills has to offer with plenty of elevation change for a great challenge. October is always a beautiful time in Newton Hills! Come experience a run to remember on the scenic trails of Newton Hills State Park.

Race Awards

6 Mile Race:

1st overall male/female | Last overall male/female

2 Mile Race:

1st overall male/female | Last overall male/female

Points Series ‘24 - Deer Dash, Big Sioux Rec, Great Bear, Newton Hills & partner race - Good Earth presented by 605 Running Company:

1st - 10pts, 2nd - 9pts, 3rd - 8pts…10th - 1pt per age division

Age Divisions For Points Series:

29 & Under | 30-39 | 40-49| 50+

Race Registration

Ultrasignup Registration Page HERE

Entry Fees

2 & 6-mile races are the same price

’24 SF Run Club Member: $30 through registration cutoff

Non-Member: $40 through registration cutoff

Not a member and want to become one? Sign up at runsiouxfalls.org

Sign up for all four races at once! Go to the Deer Dash registration page and select:

• ‘4 Races Member' for $130*

• ‘4 Races Non-MBR’ for $170*

  *Special swag gift for those who sign up for all 4 races using these price points!

  (Extra swag not guaranteed if you sign up for individual races)

• We can switch you b/t the long or short races for any of the 4, simply send us a note and we’ll get your registration adjusted.