Trail Running calendar near Red Lodge 2026-2027

Prairie Goat Ultra at Acton Recreation Area on May 9-10, 2026 features timed bike events on an approximate 8 mile loop and running events on 4 mile single track loops. Races are self timed and primitive camping is available.

Experience Montana landscapes at the Billings Skyline Races. Run along the sandstone Rimrocks and through the shaded Alkali Creek Trail in a half marathon or 30K event ending at Two Moon Park.

A July run in Laurel, Montana, starting and finishing at Thomson Park with options of 2 mile, 4 mile, or 8 mile courses; registration runs from January 20 to June 22, 2026 and the entry fee is $30.

A trail event at Phipps Park west of Billings with 2, 4, 6, and 8 mile courses plus a virtual option, one aid station, no-paper-cup policy, awards, a $600 cash giveaway, and donations to local trail maintenance.

Tails and Trails is a 5K in Cody, Wyoming on August 8, 2026, supporting Wyo Hoofbeats and Cody Regional Health's animal therapy program. The course follows residential streets and trails along the Shoshone River with mountain views.

A trail race weekend in Cooke City, Montana with 50k, 30k and an 80K option set among mountain scenery and historic mining sites on 8/8 to 8/9/2026.

A looped trail race at Red Lodge Mountain with Hot Lap, Half, Full, and relay options; laps are about 4.3 miles with 900–1200 ft gain per lap and dogs are welcome.

A roughly 5K trail race at Dover Park in Billings, Montana, serving as the final race of the Free 3 series. The course runs on dirt trails, includes park views, and a potluck follows; the event is free for Yellowstone Rim Runners.

An off-road 18.2 mile trail race with 2,609 ft of climbing through Paradise Valley and Emigrant Gulch, featuring creek crossings, three aid stations, marked technical terrain, and a finish at Chico Hot Springs.

A statewide cross-country team meet in Billings on October 31, 2026, featuring 5K races for men and women in age divisions and a traveling trophy. Registration opens September 1, 2026 and the entry fee is $30.