Thunderhawk Wide Open

About this race

Race Title Thunderhawk Wide Open Date and Location Date: 2026-08-15 Location: 310 Main Ave, Lemmon, SD Race URL: BikeReg.com/thunderhawkwideopen Series Information Part of: Grasslands Triple Crown Presented by: Northern Great Plains Joint Venture Supported by: South Dakota Grasslands Initiative Event Overview The Thunderhawk Wide Open is an exciting race that promises an unforgettable experience. Race Highlights Route: Gather at John Lopez’s Famous Kokomo Inn Gallery & Sculpture Garden and roll out down Lemmon’s Main Street. Scenery: Ride through North Dakota, South Dakota and the Standing Rock Reservation. Terrain: Travel over remote gravel roads, rugged minimum maintenance roads and prairie two-track trails. Culmination: Finish riding down Main Street to the sound of the crowd, cowbells, live music and the view of the finish line. Post-Race Experience Relaxation: Find a shady spot in the Kokomo Sculpture garden and relax. Food: Enjoy Saint Larry's oak wood fire smoked barbacoa tacos (made from locally raised bison). Drinks: Wash it down with a frosty Lost Cabin Beer. Entertainment: Live music and the Thunderhawk Wide Open Festival featuring local artists. Final Thoughts If you’re into Wide-Open spaces, local culture, rich western history, art and live music you'll love the Thunderhawk Wide Open!