Trail Running Calendar Montana 2025-2026

Glacier Glide is a pursuit style Nordic ski event in Whitefish featuring classic and skate races for youth and adults. Lunch is included and the Viking Pursuit champion earns a free American Birkebeiner entry.

Run scenic single and doubletrack trails at Rossignol Ranch near Lolo, Montana with 5k, 5 mile and 10 mile options featuring big climbs and great views. Finishers get a shirt, post race brunch, beer from Big Sky and a lively festival.

Tackle a steep 1.6 mile ascent to the summit of Mount Sentinel in this scenic trail race on the University of Montana campus. Limited to 250 runners, the event features a kids M Trail climb and postrace Big Dipper ice cream treats.

Run the 6th annual Pronghorn Pursuit Trail Run in Dillon, MT, featuring scenic single track through the High Trails with views of the Beaverhead River Valley. Options range from a challenging 15k to a kid friendly 1 mile for all abilities.

Run the historic Route of the Hiawatha through forests, mountain scenery, and train tunnels with distances from 10K to 50K and a virtual option. Main race day is June 7 2026 for a memorable mountain trail experience.

Experience the Mountain to Meadow Half Marathon and 10k at Lolo Pass on June 14, 2026, winding gravel Forest Service roads with stunning Bitterroot Mountain views. Finishers get a tank top and medal and enjoy a post race BBQ with a Big Sky..

Run 14K along the Continental Divide Trail near Butte Montana, passing rocky formations and sweeping high country vistas. Held near the summer solstice, the CDT 14K supports trail upkeep and local youth running programs.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Herron Park with a half marathon, 10K and 5K supporting the Foy’s to Blacktail Trails Organization. Family friendly with a free kids race, awards, tacos and massage after the run.

Join the Weir Warrior Memorial Ruck in Showdown, Montana for timed ruck and hike options for adults and kids, plus food and a beer in the lodge. Proceeds support the Weir Warrior Memorial Scholarship honoring two lost lives.

Run the Foy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon, a 26 mile single track with over 5,000 feet of climbing and panoramic ridge views to Herron Park. Limited to 100 entrants, all fees support Foy's to Blacktail Trails Organization.

Tackle a rugged 100 mile loop around historic Butte, Montana, featuring high alpine trails and 63 miles on the Continental Divide Trail. Inclusive and charity minded, Copper Kings 100 offers a true backcountry ultrarunning challenge.

Join the Reach Inc. Race for Independence in Bozeman for scenic trail 1K, 5K and 10K races with virtual options, medals for top finishers and a community raffle. Trails are mostly hard packed with gentle hills and lovely river views.

Run a rugged 50 mile trail around Bozeman, Montana, crossing high alpine ridges with sweeping views of the Gallatin and Bridger ranges. Solo runners and two person relay teams can test endurance on technical high altitude single track.

Join the Little Blackfoot trail race near Elliston, Montana on July 18, 2026, offering 15K and 30K out and back courses through scenic meadows and over wooden bridges. Perfect for trail lovers seeking a quiet, classic Montana run.

Hit the scenic Seeley Lake trails at the Bob Marshall Trail Race on July 18, 2026, with marathon, half, 10K and 5K options for every level. Expect rugged forest views, solid aid station support, race swag and a fun community finish.

Run the Crazy Mountain 100, a rugged 100 mile point to point in Montana with massive vertical gain and technical single track. Scenic ranch start and finish, and a Hardrock and Western States qualifier with hand engraved buckles.

Run the Divide Trail Race in Butte, MT, a scenic 25K or 50K on the Continental Divide Trail and historic Milwaukee Road with tunnels and mountain views. Expect rugged single track, big climbs around Pipestone Pass, and a true mountain trail..

Enjoy scenic trails near Yellowstone with Marathon, half marathon and 10K routes featuring challenging climbs and single or double loops. Starts and finishes at Rendezvous Ski Trails with aid, GPX maps and a finishers medal.

Run the Goats In The Dark 5k in Helena, MT on August 28, a scenic night trail across Mount Helena singletrack with a spirited finish back to the start. Headlamps required as the route passes through sunset into full dark.

Run a scenic course from the Little Belt mountains into Harlowton, ending with a handcrafted pint at Gally's Brewing Company. Choose full, half, 10K or 5K and support AIDSPIRIT USA as funds help orphaned and vulnerable children in Uganda.