Oakwood Lakes Trail Run

Join us at the eighth annual Oakwood Lakes Trail Run.
The four-mile and eight-mile course follows grass and gravel trails and overlooks several of the lakes that make up Oakwood Lakes State Park.

The race starts and ends at the west lake boat ramp parking lot.
Park entrance ($10/vehicle daily fee) is an additional cost. It is strongly recommended to purchase a pass prior to event.

For more information, contact race director Andy Carlson at 605-203-0328 or [email protected] or assistant director Selina Hallan at 605-651-1562 or [email protected].

Distance: 4-mile and 8-mile

View the Trail HERE!

Race Details

Results

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Race Details

What: Oakwood Lakes Trail Run - Hosted by Prairie Striders Running Club

Location: Oakwood State Park

Start/Finish Location: West Lake Boat Ramp

When: Saturday, July 26th, 2025, at 7:30 a.m., Registration at 6:30 a.m..

Registration: $15 pre-register or $20 same day. Register by emailing race director Andy Carlson at [email protected] . Include Name, age, sex, city & state; email and phone number. Registration fee is paid Saturday morning.
Park entrance ($10/vehicle daily fee) is required. Strongly recommended purchasing a pass prior to event.

Race Course: Beautiful 4-mile and 8-mile run/walk through the trail system at Oakwood Lakes State Park. Basic snacks and refreshments with water at roughly 2, 4, 6, and the finish line. All ages are welcome to participate.

Race Records:
• Four miles: Chris Gruenhagen, Brookings, 25:05, 2020; Emma Hafdahl, Brookings, 28:35, 2018.
• Seven miles: Nathan Schwab, Sioux Falls, 47:34, 2021; Angie Thompson, Brookings, 1:00:46.

Race Director: Andy Carlson (605-203-0328) [email protected]
Assistant Director: Selina Hallan (605-651-1562) [email protected].

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Youth Trail Run 2023