Trail Running calendar near Clancy 2026-2027

A self-supported trail event near Helena MT offering a single **50K** in 2026 with minimal course markings, water at aid stations, drop bag coordination, and phone service at aid stations.

A nighttime trail event on Helena's South Hills featuring a modified figure 8 loop of 11.57 miles and 2,645 feet of gain per loop. Runners have 12 hours to complete as many loops as possible and the field is limited to 75.

Experience a scenic 14k trail race along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail in Montana. This single track event features rock formations and mountain vistas with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance and youth running.

Timed ruck and hike events in Neihart, Montana, on June 20, 2026, include six hour and three hour rucks for adults and a one hour kids ruck; proceeds support a scholarship for Montana graduates pursuing technical or trade training.

Trail run at Middle Cottonwood near Bozeman offering 50K and 30K on marked forest trails with minimal aid. Entry is limited to 130 runners and finishers receive an OG hat.

A 100 mile loop ultramarathon in Butte, Montana that starts and finishes at the Belmont Mine and features 63 miles on the Continental Divide Trail. Entry fee is $395 plus fees and a tiered refund policy applies.

A 20K trail race at Bridger Bowl with technical single track and cupless aid stations, a four hour cut off, chip timing, a race shirt and catered lunch; packet pickup is available the day before and race morning.

A community race in Bozeman on July 4, 2026 with 1K, 5K and 10K options plus virtual entries; proceeds support adults with developmental disabilities.

Experience a point to point trail race on the Bangtail Divide Trail near Bozeman Montana. This 38 km event takes runners from Stone Creek to Brackett Creek through mountain landscapes with a field limited to 150 participants.

The Diamond City Mountain Relay will take place in Townsend from Friday 10 July 2026 to Sunday 12 July 2026. You can run 215 miles.

Mountain trail running near Bozeman, MT with 25 mile and 50 mile backcountry routes across the Gallatin Crest. Routes cross exposed alpine ridgelines and require self-sufficiency and mountain experience.

Trail out and back races near Kading Campground with 15 km and 30 km options, creek crossings and mountain views. Post-race food, beverages and prizes are available.

A July 18, 2026 Bozeman event offering a **10-mile** trail loop with 2,838 feet of climbing and a **5 km** rolling dirt road fun run, plus a post-race BBQ, beer, and raffle prizes.

A point to point 100 mile mountain ultramarathon in the Crazy Mountain Range of Montana, with about 23,000 feet of climb and peaks near 10,200 feet. The route is mostly single track with long remote and technical sections.

Experience a unique trail race through historic train tunnels and across towering trestles in Montana. Run along the Continental Divide Trail on a course featuring rolling terrain and scenic mountain passes.

A remote mountain trail event near Helena, Montana offering 50 mile, 50K and 13.1 mile courses on technical single track and primitive roads with substantial elevation gain and multiple aid stations. Wildlife is common on course.

A backyard ultra on nearly 2,000 acres at Ponderosa Ranch in Clancy, Montana, where runners repeat a 4.2 mile loop each hour until one remains. The last runner standing wins $10,000 and may be supported by up to four crew members.

A remote roughly 20 mile ridge trail race near Bozeman, Montana, run by volunteers with a lottery limited field. The route is technical and exposed; aid stations are volunteer staffed and participants must carry a water vessel.

The Augúst, Montana's second oldest footrace, holds its 58th running in Helena on August 20, 2026. A 5K trail race presented as a minimalist fundraiser for local high school cross-country teams.

Experience a historic re-enactment through the rugged trails of Missouri Headwaters State Park. This unique 7.5 mile run features deep mud, river crossings, and wild Montana terrain for a limited field of 300 participants.