Badlands Badass Ride
- Date Thu 11th June 2026 - Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Hill City, South Dakota
- Price $1,663.96 - $2,048.76
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Badlands Badass Ride, taking place from June 11 to June 14, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Hill City, South Dakota. This four-day cycling event promises an unforgettable experience as participants traverse some of America’s most breathtaking landscapes, including the iconic Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, and the majestic Mount Rushmore.
Cyclists will enjoy a variety of distances to suit their preferences, with options including a challenging 90-mile trek through the Badlands or a more leisurely 40-mile ride. Each day is packed with excitement, from exploring granite cathedrals on the Needles Parkway to witnessing the historic steam engine at the end of a day well spent. With accommodations in Hill City, supportive roving sag ride leaders, and well-stocked aid stations, the Badlands Badass Ride is the perfect blend of adventure and camaraderie. Don’t miss this chance to pedal through paradise while creating lasting memories!
Cyclists will enjoy a variety of distances to suit their preferences, with options including a challenging 90-mile trek through the Badlands or a more leisurely 40-mile ride. Each day is packed with excitement, from exploring granite cathedrals on the Needles Parkway to witnessing the historic steam engine at the end of a day well spent. With accommodations in Hill City, supportive roving sag ride leaders, and well-stocked aid stations, the Badlands Badass Ride is the perfect blend of adventure and camaraderie. Don’t miss this chance to pedal through paradise while creating lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
You will cycle through:
BADLANDS National Park
WIND CAVE National Park
MT RUSHMORE National Memorial
Custer Wildlife Refuge
Black Hills National Forest
INCLUDES
3 Nights Accomodations in Hill City, SD
Entry into all state and national parks
Roving Sag
Ride Leaders max 6:1 ratio
Aide Stations stocked with sports drinks, Gels, Bars, Cola, & Water
ITINERARY
JUNE 11
Following a brief tour of Wind Cave the day rolls largely on gravel roads heading north visiting the Custer State Park wildlife refuge, passing by Crazy Horse Monument, and an optional climb up to the Mt Coolidge Fire tower. It is a day that is hard to beat with a base route of 55 miles with additional spurs available. (Shorter Rides are available)
JUNE 12
If yesterdays ride was hard to beat, this day is the crown jewel. Starting out amongst granite cathedrals on the Needles Parkway, then rolling up to the famed Mount Rushmore, and wrapping up the day catching a sight of an 1800's steam engine rolling by. This day combines touristy gawking with cycling bliss.
JUNE 13
Not to be outdone, the namesake of the ride is day 3. A visit to the Badlands. Some riders will want the full 90 mile experience rolling from the river basin into the Badlands. Others will choose for a shorter 40 mile day rolling around badlands national park. Either way everybody will end the day with a trip to the famed Wall Drug for their "free ice water."
JUNE 14
Is your optional ride day. The FAST Endurance team will support a 25, 50, and 75 mile gravel courses throughout the morning. The day will conclude with a rolling sweep to ensure that all riders are back to the hotel by 2pm for the end of camp.
Full details available at FASTENDURANCE.com/hillcity
BADLANDS National Park
WIND CAVE National Park
MT RUSHMORE National Memorial
Custer Wildlife Refuge
Black Hills National Forest
INCLUDES
3 Nights Accomodations in Hill City, SD
Entry into all state and national parks
Roving Sag
Ride Leaders max 6:1 ratio
Aide Stations stocked with sports drinks, Gels, Bars, Cola, & Water
ITINERARY
JUNE 11
Following a brief tour of Wind Cave the day rolls largely on gravel roads heading north visiting the Custer State Park wildlife refuge, passing by Crazy Horse Monument, and an optional climb up to the Mt Coolidge Fire tower. It is a day that is hard to beat with a base route of 55 miles with additional spurs available. (Shorter Rides are available)
JUNE 12
If yesterdays ride was hard to beat, this day is the crown jewel. Starting out amongst granite cathedrals on the Needles Parkway, then rolling up to the famed Mount Rushmore, and wrapping up the day catching a sight of an 1800's steam engine rolling by. This day combines touristy gawking with cycling bliss.
JUNE 13
Not to be outdone, the namesake of the ride is day 3. A visit to the Badlands. Some riders will want the full 90 mile experience rolling from the river basin into the Badlands. Others will choose for a shorter 40 mile day rolling around badlands national park. Either way everybody will end the day with a trip to the famed Wall Drug for their "free ice water."
JUNE 14
Is your optional ride day. The FAST Endurance team will support a 25, 50, and 75 mile gravel courses throughout the morning. The day will conclude with a rolling sweep to ensure that all riders are back to the hotel by 2pm for the end of camp.
Full details available at FASTENDURANCE.com/hillcity
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222 Railroad Ave, Hill City, 57745, SD, United States
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