Trail Running calendar near Paradise 2026-2027

Backyard ultra at Foys Lake with a 4.167-mile loop each hour; a solo last-person-standing format and a team relay option with a 24-hour limit, plus a 3K kids fun run.

A 15K trail race at Montana Snowbowl with a 4.65 mile climb to Grizzly Chair, a 4.65 mile single-track descent on Beargrass Highway, 2,150 ft of elevation gain, chip timing, and a field capped at 250 participants.

An inaugural off trail adventure race at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area offering three courses from approximately 5 to 20 miles. Courses are sparsely marked and route details are revealed the day before at packet pickup.

Inaugural 10K trail race on the Cedar Flats system near Columbia Falls, Montana with proceeds supporting Gateway to Glacier Trails.

A two day trail event at Silver Mountain Resort in Kellogg, Idaho featuring a 13K with over 2,000 feet of climbing and a 2 mile course, gondola access to the start, a vendor village, swag and giveaway prizes.

Dog Days ULTRA in Missoula, Montana runs August 22-23, 2026 and features timed solo events plus a 24 hour relay. Registration runs March 9 to July 9, with fees listed per event.

A first annual 4.06K fun run through Playfair Park and midtown Missoula with a tailgate themed finish featuring fried chicken and beer. Registration opens June 16, 2026 and the fee is $35.

Obstacle course races at Washington Grizzly Stadium in Missoula on September 26, 2026 offer 3k, 5k, a double 10k, kids and All Abilities categories. Teams and spectators are included and net proceeds support Opportunity Resources Inc.

Trail races on September 26, 2026 near Taft, Montana along the Route of the Hiawatha. Distances include 26.2 miles, 13.1 miles and 10K, with a virtual option and varying entry fees.

Experience the beauty of Northwest Montana with a variety of trail races ranging from a family fun run to a technical 50k ultramarathon. Run through scenic forests and lakes while supporting the local trail system.

A point to point trail race of about 10.5 miles through Lolo National Forest along the Clark Fork River on 10 April 2026. The finish is at Quinn's Hot Springs Resort with post-race food, drinks and hot pool access; dogs are not allowed.

An autumn community festival in Hungry Horse on October 17, 2026, featuring an official 5k, children's fun run and costume parade, contests, auctions, and family activities. Admission is free while some competitions have entry fees.

A trail race in Missoula that starts and finishes near the university, climbing multiple summits with 8,000+ feet of vertical ascent. Routes circumnavigate the Pattee Creek Watershed and include under two miles of pavement.

A St. Patrick's running event in the Flathead Valley on March 14, 2026 featuring a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 5.8 mile Lucky 9K along the Great Northern Trail, with a finish and post race gathering at Brannigan's Irish Pub.

Two Missoula races on June 6 2027: a high elevation half marathon plus and a 10K with a steep first mile; virtual options available.