Trail Running calendar near Paradise 2026-2027

Trail races along the Route of the Hiawatha near Taft, Montana on June 7, 2026, featuring an out-and-back course through forests and historic train tunnels. Distances range from 10K to 50K and a virtual option is available.

A mountain-oriented race day featuring a tall half marathon plus with 3,400 feet of gain and a 10K with a steep opening mile, plus virtual options, limited fields, post-race refreshments, and proceeds benefiting Friends of the M Trail.

Mountain to Meadow on June 14, 2026 offers a Half Marathon and 10K from Lolo Pass Visitor's Center through meadows and forests with mountain views. The event includes aid stations, chip timing, a post race BBQ and awards.

Experience the scenic trails of Herron Park in Kalispell with a half marathon or shorter trail run. Support local trail maintenance while participating in one of the region's established annual racing events.

Follow historic railroad grades from Mullan to St. Regis on a course featuring train trestles and river views. Choose from distances ranging from 5k to 50 miles with post race festivities at the park.

Experience a point to point mountain marathon on the Foy's to Blacktail Trail system in Montana. This limited entry event supports local trail maintenance and features a scenic course through wildlife habitat.

Run With The Wild in Seeley Lake features 1K, 5K and 10K courses on Seeley Creek Trails, a free pancake breakfast for participants, plus awards and prize drawings. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome.

The Blue Mountain 30K is a 30 kilometer trail race near Missoula, Montana. The 18.6 mile loop gains 3,600 feet and passes through ponderosa pine forest and flowering meadows, with the field capped at 200 entrants.

Experience an all-terrain trail event at the edge of the Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana. Runners navigate singletrack and mountain roads across distances from 10K to 50K in a landscape home to diverse local wildlife.

A 3.8 mile, 2,200 ft hill climb to the Summit House at Whitefish Mountain Resort on July 25, 2026, with lift tickets down, race swag, prizes, and categories for adults, juniors, dogs, and a Birthday Club.

An open 4.4 mile event along the Swan River in Bigfork, Montana, with start and finish at Lake Baked. Proceeds support a TFC campaign offering retreats and education in cold plunging and heat therapy for people with TBI and PTSD.

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.

Experience a true off trail adventure at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area where navigation is key. Choose from distances up to 20 miles and explore the Montana wilderness through a unique route of your own making.

A two day trail event at Silver Mountain Resort in Kellogg, Idaho featuring a 13K (8 mile) course with over 2,000 feet of climbing and a 2 mile run. Races start from the summit after a gondola ascent and include a vendor village.

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.

Obstacle course races at Washington-Grizzly Stadium in Missoula on September 26, 2026. Multiple distances include a double 10K, 5K, 3K, kids and All Abilities races, plus team competition and a women’s flag football scrimmage.

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 **10.6 mile** point to point trail race along the Clark Fork River in Lolo National Forest, finishing near Ferry Landing. Post race food and hot pools are available at Quinn's Hot Springs and entry includes chip timing, shirt, drop bag an..