River Rat Run
- Date Sat 26th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Yankton, South Dakota
- Price $38.10 - $69.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the River Rat Run on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in the picturesque Yankton! This exciting event takes place along the newly resurfaced scenic trails of the Lewis and Clark Lake Recreation area, offering participants a stunning backdrop of wooded areas and breathtaking views of the shores of Lewis and Clark Lake and Lake Yankton. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer, this race promises an unforgettable experience with its chip-timed format and a variety of race distances, including a thrilling half marathon.
Join fellow enthusiasts for race check-in and packet pickup at Ace Bike & Fitness on Friday evening from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM, or on race day at the picnic shelter in the Gavins Point Area. With prizes awarded for overall winners as well as for top finishers in multiple age divisions, the River Rat Run welcomes everyone to compete for glory! Plus, every half marathon participant will receive a finishing medal, making this event not just a race, but a celebration of achievement. Don’t miss this chance to run amidst nature’s beauty and create lasting memories—mark your calendars now!
Join fellow enthusiasts for race check-in and packet pickup at Ace Bike & Fitness on Friday evening from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM, or on race day at the picnic shelter in the Gavins Point Area. With prizes awarded for overall winners as well as for top finishers in multiple age divisions, the River Rat Run welcomes everyone to compete for glory! Plus, every half marathon participant will receive a finishing medal, making this event not just a race, but a celebration of achievement. Don’t miss this chance to run amidst nature’s beauty and create lasting memories—mark your calendars now!
Organiser's Description
Race Website is https://www.riverratmarathon.com.
This race will take you along the NEWLY RESURFACED scenic trails of the Lewis and Clark Lake Recreation area. Runners travel on established, new paved trails1 that trek through wooded areas as they wind along the shores of Lewis and Clark Lake and Lake Yankton. There are spectacular views of the area and wildlife from the trails. The lake area is a winter haven for Bald Eagles. We do not think you will find a more beautiful race route to run!
Race check in and packet pick up :
-At Ace Bike & Fitness 2404 Broadway (recommended) day before event from 4:30-7:30 PM Friday; new registrations will also be accepted at ACE during check in period
-Day of event at the picnic shelter at Gavins Point Area, 1 hour before race, closes 15 minutes before each race.
CHIP TIMED. Prizes awarded to the OVERALL male and female AND prizes awarded to the first and second place male and female in the following age divisions: (1-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, and 61-99). You must be present to receive awards if you place. No awards will be mailed out. Finishing medals for all 1/2 marathon runners. Shirts for runners only.
1. There are two very short grass sections that link the trails.
This race will take you along the NEWLY RESURFACED scenic trails of the Lewis and Clark Lake Recreation area. Runners travel on established, new paved trails1 that trek through wooded areas as they wind along the shores of Lewis and Clark Lake and Lake Yankton. There are spectacular views of the area and wildlife from the trails. The lake area is a winter haven for Bald Eagles. We do not think you will find a more beautiful race route to run!
Race check in and packet pick up :
-At Ace Bike & Fitness 2404 Broadway (recommended) day before event from 4:30-7:30 PM Friday; new registrations will also be accepted at ACE during check in period
-Day of event at the picnic shelter at Gavins Point Area, 1 hour before race, closes 15 minutes before each race.
CHIP TIMED. Prizes awarded to the OVERALL male and female AND prizes awarded to the first and second place male and female in the following age divisions: (1-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, and 61-99). You must be present to receive awards if you place. No awards will be mailed out. Finishing medals for all 1/2 marathon runners. Shirts for runners only.
1. There are two very short grass sections that link the trails.
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
STARTING AT THE LEWIS AND CLARK GAVINS POINT PICNIC SHELTER, RUNNING ON PAVED TRAILS THROUGH WOODED AREAS OF LEWIS AND CLARK CAMPGROUND, THEN ALONG LEWIS AND CLARK LAKE AND EAST AROUND LAKE YANKTON, ENDING BACK AT GAVINS POINT! IT IS A FABULOUS 1/2 MARATHON COURSE! Spectactular views of the area and wildlife from the trails. The lake area is a winter haven for Bald Eagles. CHIP TIMED. Prizes awarded to the OVERALL male and female AND prizes awarded to the first and second place male and female in the following age divisions: (1-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-99). You must be present to receive awards if you place. No awards or T-shirts will be mailed out. Finishing medals for all 1/2 marathon runners. Shirts for runners only. ***IMPORTANT- Your bib must be visible during the entire race, start to finish or you may be disqualified. Runners must pass over the start and finish line. -
10k Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:25AM EDT)
$48.70
YOU WILL START AT THE GAVINS POINT PICNIC SHELTER AND TRAVEL THROUGH THE ENTIRE LEWIS AND CLARK CAMPGROUND. THE ROUTE WILL TAKE YOU ON PAVED TRAILS THROUGH THE WOODS, WITH THE LAST 5K ALL ALONG THE SCENIC LEWIS AND CLARK LAKE, FINISHING BACK AT GAVINS POINT. Spectactular views of the area and wildlife from the trails. The lake area is a winter haven for Bald Eagles. CHIP TIMED. Prizes awarded to the OVERALL male and female AND prizes awarded to the first and second place male and female in the following age divisions: (1-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-99). You must be present to receive awards if you place. No awards or T-shirts will be mailed out. Shirts for runners only. ***IMPORTANT- Your bib must be visible during the entire race, start to finish or you may be disqualified. Runners must pass over the start and finish line. No finishing medals for the 10K. -
5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
STARTING AT THE LEWIS AND CLARK GAVINS POINT PICNIC SHELTER, LOOPING THROUGH THE LEWIS AND CLARK CAMPGROUND ON PAVED TRAILS THROUGH SOME WOODED AREAS AND BACK TO GAVINS POINT ALONG THE SCENIC LEWIS AND CLARK LAKE! BEAUTIFUL RUN! Spectactular views of the area and wildlife from the trails. The lake area is a winter haven for Bald Eagles. CHIP TIMED. Prizes awarded to the OVERALL male and female AND prizes awarded to the first and second place male and female in the following age divisions: (1-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-99). You must be present to receive awards if you place. No awards or T-shirts will be mailed out. Shirts for runners only. ***IMPORTANT- Your bib must be visible during the entire race, start to finish or you may be disqualified. Runners must pass over the start and finish line. NO finishing medals for running the 5K.
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