Trail Running Calendar Montana 2024-2025

The Running Up for Air (RUFA) event at Mt. Sentinel is a winter endurance challenge taking place in Missoula, Montana. Participants can choose to run or hike for 3, 6, or 12 hours, aiming to ascend the iconic mountain as many times as possible.This event raises awareness and funds for air quality an..

The Pronghorn Pursuit Trail Run, scheduled for June 7, 2025, in Dillon, Montana, features a variety of events including a 5K Trail Run, a Kid's 5K for ages 10 and under, a challenging 15K Trail Run, and a Fun Run/Walk of 1 mile. The race takes place on the scenic High Trails System, offering stunnin..

The Moonlight on Mt. Ascension Trail Run is a unique nighttime running event held in Helena, Montana, organized by the Helena Ultra Runners League (HURL). Participants tackle a modified figure 8 loop course that spans 11.57 miles with an elevation gain of 2,645 feet per loop, all on singletrack trai..

The Herron Half Marathon Trail Run is an annual event scheduled for June 21, 2025, featuring a half marathon, 10K, and 5K races held on the scenic trails of Herron Park. Organized by the Foy's to Blacktail Trails Organization, the event aims to raise funds for the maintenance and development of the ..

The Divide Trail Race, scheduled for June 21, 2025, in Butte, Montana, features two main events: a 50K and a 25K trail race. This event is designed for runners of various skill levels, offering a challenging yet scenic experience through the beautiful landscapes of the area. Participants can registe..

The Trail Rail Run, scheduled for June 21, 2025, in St. Regis, MT, offers a variety of race options including a 50 Mile, 50K, 30K, 12K, 5K, a 50 Mile Hand Cyclist event, and a 50 Mile Relay. The course follows the historic Northern Pacific and Milwaukee Railroad grades, featuring scenic views, histo..

The Foy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon is an annual trail running event held in Northwest Montana, featuring a challenging 26-mile course with over 5,000 feet of elevation gain. The race showcases a scenic all-single track route, beginning with a steep ascent to Blacktail Mountain. Participants must ..

The Copper Kings 100 is an endurance running event held in Butte, Montana, featuring a challenging 100-mile single loop course that includes 63 miles of the scenic Continental Divide Trail. Participants will face a total elevation gain of 14,335 feet, with a 40-hour cutoff to complete the race. The ..

The Yellowstone Trail Race, scheduled for June 28, 2025, offers an exciting opportunity for runners to experience breathtaking trails just outside Yellowstone National Park. Participants can choose from three race distances: 50K, 25K, and 10K, all set in the scenic Custer Gallatin National Forest. T..

The Bob Marshall Trail Race is an exciting running event scheduled for July 5, 2025, in Seeley Lake, Montana. Participants can choose from various race distances, including a 50K, 25K, 10K, and 5K, catering to runners of all skill levels. This event not only promotes physical fitness but also showca..

Run With The Wild is a fun running event taking place at Seeley Creek Trails in Seeley Lake, Montana. Participants can choose from three race options: a 10K Fun Run, a 5K Fun Run, and a 1K Fun Run, making it suitable for all ages and skill levels. The event features a post-race barbecue for particip..

The Little Blackfoot event, located near Elliston, MT, offers trail runners the choice between two distances: 30K and 15K. Both courses begin at the Little Blackfoot Meadows trailhead and feature scenic routes that include wooden bridges and beautiful meadows. The 30K course includes an additional c..

The Crazy Mountain 100 is a unique 100-mile ultra marathon set in the rugged Crazy Mountain Range of Montana, featuring approximately 23,000 feet of vertical gain. As the only 100-mile event in the state, it serves as a qualifier for the Western States race. The course is primarily single track, wit..

HURL Elkhorn is a challenging running event set in the stunning Elkhorn Mountains of Helena, MT, featuring three race distances: 50 miles, 50K, and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Participants navigate technical single track trails, primitive jeep roads, and experience significant elevation gains, wit..

The 3rd Annual Swift Bear Trail Run, scheduled for August 9, 2025, in Hays, Montana, features a variety of running events including a 10 Mile, 20 Mile, and a newly added 50K run. The race takes place during the Hays Powwow, offering a scenic route through Mission Canyon. Participants can expect a mi..

"Goats in the Dark" is an exciting 5k running event set in Helena, MT, featuring a scenic course that begins at the intersection of LeGrande Cannon Blvd and Silverette St. This year's race is scheduled for late August, offering participants more comfortable nighttime temperatures and stunning sunset..

The AIDSPIRIT USA Marathon, scheduled for August 31, 2025, in Harlowton, Montana, features a variety of running events including a Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Run, and a 5K Fun Run. The race route offers stunning views from the Little Belt Mountains to Harlowton, primarily on compacted gravel,..

The Mount Helena Run is an annual trail race held in Helena, Montana, featuring a challenging 9k (5.6 miles) course with a significant elevation gain of 1,300 feet. Participants will experience a mix of road and single-track trails, offering stunning views of the city, Prickly Pear Valley, and surro..

Le Grizz Ultramarathon is a renowned 50-mile race held annually in the autumn near Glacier National Park, Montana. Established in 1982, it is one of the oldest 50-mile footraces in the world. The event features not only the ultramarathon but also a relay option, as well as 10k and 5k races, catering..