Trail Running calendar near Missoula 2026-2027

We have found 10 Trailruns within 80 miles of Missoula. See below where and when you can find the races.

A winter endurance challenge on Mt Sentinel offering 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour options where laps up the mountain raise funds for local air quality work. Proceeds support Climate Smart Missoula's local climate and air programs.

April 2026

Run scenic singletrack at the Bitterroot Runoff Trail Runs on April 18, 2026 at Rossignol Ranch near Lolo, Montana with 5k, 5 mile and 10 mile options climbing up to 2,025 feet. Finish with postrace brunch, beer, massage and trail festival.

May 2026

A short, steep Missoula trail race finishing on Mount Sentinel's summit, limited to 250 runners and timed with chips; includes a kids climb, age-group prizes, cash awards, and finish-line refreshments.

Run scenic Marshall Mountain in Missoula with a team relay, solo 25K, 5 mile race and kids run. Expect rugged climbs, chip timing and a festive finish with pancake brunch, vendors and fundraising for Friends of Marshall Mountain.

June 2026

Run from mountain to meadow at Lolo Pass, Montana, choosing a half marathon or scenic 10K across gravel roads and forest trails with sweeping Bitterroot views. Finishers get a tank top and a post race BBQ to celebrate.

Point to point trail races on June 20, 2026 run from Mullan, Idaho to St Regis, Montana with multiple distances including a 50 mile ultra, relay teams and a hand cyclist category. Aid stations are provided and the day ends with food, music..

July 2026

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.

August 2026

Run the Snowbowl 15K in Missoula on August 8, 2026, a 9.3 mile climb to Grizzly Chair followed by a flowy single track descent with sweeping valley views. Field limited to 250, includes a race shirt, post race lunch and a beer.

October 2026

A 10.6 mile point to point trail race through Lolo National Forest along the Clark Fork River, held October 4, 2026. Participants receive timing, a shirt and drop bag and are shuttled to Quinn's Hot Springs for post race food and a soak.