Trail Running calendar near Missoula 2025-2026

Run or hike laps up Missoula's Mt Sentinel in 3, 6, 12 or 24 hour formats to raise funds for local air quality. Aid stations and summit support keep you moving while proceeds go to Climate Smart Missoula.

Join the Bitterroot Runoff Trail Runs on April 18 at Rossignol Ranch near Lolo, Montana for 5k, 5 Mile and 10 Mile singletrack courses with scenic climbs. Enjoy shirts, awards, brunch and a post race beer plus vendors and demos.

Conquer the Sentinel Hill Climb in Missoula on May 6, 2026, a steep summit run up Mount Sentinel limited to 250 runners. Staged waves include an elite heat, plus a kids run and postrace ice cream and prizes.

Challenge yourself on Marshall Mountain with solo and relay trail options plus a family kids run. After the race, relax with a vendor village, post race brunch, shoe demos, massages and a unique finisher medal.

Run scenic mountain to meadow trails from Lolo Pass on June 14, 2026 with a challenging half or a rolling 10K along gravel roads. Aid stations, a finisher tank and medal and post race food and beer round out a memorable alpine race day.

Run the historic Trail Rail Run in St Regis, Montana on June 20, choosing distances from 5K to 50 mile plus relay and hand cycle entries. Follow old railroad grades across trestles and a tunnel, then celebrate with music, free food and beer..

Run scenic trails near the Bob Marshall Wilderness in Seeley Lake on July 18, 2026, with marathon, half, 10K and 5K options. Enjoy single and double loop courses, mountain views, aid stations and a friendly outdoor vibe.

Run the Snowbowl 15K in Missoula on August 8, a scenic mountain loop with a steady climb and a thrilling single track descent back to the lodge. Finish with chip timing, a race tee, post race lunch and a beer.

11 Miles to Paradise is a 10.6 mile point to point trail race along single track and forest roads beside the Clark Fork River in Lolo National Forest. Enjoy rolling hills, river views, shuttle service and a finish at Ferry Landing.