Trail Running calendar near Helena 2026-2027

We have found 22 Trailruns within 80 miles of Helena. See below where and when you can find the races.

Join the Montana Brewery Running Series for a festive 5k at Blackfoot River Brewing in Helena where runners, walkers, and joggers celebrate at the finish with craft beer and community. Proceeds support local nonprofits and ticket options in..

A 12 km single-track trail race at Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park featuring significant elevation change, two cupless aid stations, chip timing and post-race brunch. Runners receive a custom shirt and must follow Leave No Trace rules.

May 2026

Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run in Helena on May 9, 2026 features races from 5K to 50K plus a 12K hike and a 5K dog walk, with proceeds supporting Prickly Pear Land Trust and courses across South Hills and Mt. Helena.

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June 2026

A 12 hour night trail event on Helena’s South Hills using a 100% singletrack figure 8 of about 11.5 miles and 2,645 feet gain. Limited to 75 runners, with marked trails and an aid station at the trailhead.

A 14 km trail race along the Continental Divide near Butte on June 20, 2026, offering scenic mountain views and supporting trail work, local youth running programs, and emergency search and rescue funding.

Join the Weir Warrior Memorial Ruck in Neihart, Montana on June 20, 2026 for timed ruck and hike options that test endurance and honor a lasting legacy. Enjoy post event food and drinks while supporting scholarships for Montana students.

A mountain trail event near Bozeman offering 30K and 50K routes with substantial climbing and minimal aid. The field is capped at 130, finishers receive an OG hat, and drop bags and limited aid stations are provided.

A 100 mile loop around Butte that uses extensive Continental Divide Trail mileage, high-altitude terrain and nearly 14,000 feet of vertical gain. The event is fully permitted, offers a nonbinary division and has a 40 hour cutoff.

July 2026

Celebrate July 4 in Bozeman with Reach Inc Race for Independence, a trail run supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Choose 1K, 5K or 10K in person or virtual and enjoy scenic trails, mountain views, and community spirit.

A point-to-point 38K trail race on July 4, 2026, along the Bangtail Divide from Stone Creek to Brackett Creek. Entry is limited to 150 runners, the race is cupless, and a shuttle between Crosscut Mountain Sports Center and the course is req..

A remote mountain running event near Bozeman offering 25 mile and 50 mile courses on alpine ridgelines. The event emphasizes self sufficiency and requests recommended donations that support local trail nonprofits.

Trail race near Elliston, Montana offering 15K and 30K out and back courses. Both start near Kading Campground and pass through Little Blackfoot Meadows; the 30K continues to the Continental Divide before returning.

Trail races at Seeley Creek Nordic Trails in Seeley Lake, Montana on July 18, 2026, with distances from 10K up to 50K across ski trails, singletrack, and Forest Service roads near the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

Join Run With The Wild on July 18 at scenic Seeley Creek Trails in Seeley Lake for community trail runs of 1K, 5K and 10K. Enjoy a free pancake breakfast for participants and celebrate with awards and prize drawings afterward.

A 100 mile point to point mountain ultramarathon in the Crazy Mountain Range with about 23,000 ft of vertical gain. The route crosses private ranches, public forest, and Apsaalooke lands and features long technical sections.

The Divide Trail Race in Butte, Montana offers 50K and 25K trail events on July 25, 2026. Courses follow the Continental Divide and Milwaukee Road trails through train tunnels, over Pipestone Pass at 6,348 feet and across multiple trestles.

August 2026

Mountain trail races near Helena, MT offering 50 Mile, 50 K and 13.1 Mile routes on technical single track with substantial elevation gain. Courses are remote with aid stations and likely wildlife sightings.

The Augúst in Helena, MT is the 58th running of a 5k trail race on a flat course. The no frills event has separate youth and adult 5k categories and raises funds for local high school cross country teams.

A nighttime 5k trail race in Helena, MT on August 28, 2026. The route uses LeGrande Cannon Boulevard and singletrack trails on Mount Helena and requires headlamps.

September 2026

A roughly seven mile trail run at Missouri Headwaters State Park on September 19 2026 featuring rugged trails, two railroad crossings, and two final water crossings. Prizes and finish awards are offered plus a post race barbecue and live mu..