Trail Running calendar near Clancy 2026-2027

Trail races and walks in Helena, Montana across South Hills and Mount Helena trails, with distances from 5K to 50K. The event began in 2000 and raises funds for Prickly Pear Land Trust.

A self-supported **50K** trail race in the Scratchgravel Hills near Helena, MT on May 23, 2026, featuring technical rocky trails, single track and jeep roads; water at aid stations and drop-bag coordination are provided.

A 12 hour night trail run on singletrack in Helena’s South Hills, limited to 75 runners. Participants aim to complete as many full figure 8 loops as possible on the Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge trails.

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.

A mountain trail ultramarathon held from Middle Cottonwood Trailhead with 30K and 55K options on 100% trails, large vertical gain, minimal aid, drop bag support, and a 130-runner cap; finishers receive an Old Gabe hat.

A 100 mile loop in and around Butte, Montana on June 26-27, 2026, featuring about 63 miles on the Continental Divide Trail and nearly 14,000 feet of vertical gain and loss. The field is capped at 150 runners and includes a nonbinary divisio..

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.

A 58th annual 5 km trail run in Helena, Montana, with youth and adult divisions. The event raises funds for local high school cross-country teams and is presented with minimal amenities.