Trail Running Calendar Montana 2025-2026

Catch Me if You Can! is a winter race series in Billings, Montana with four staggered start races that have faster runners chase down earlier starters so everyone converges at the finish. Hot drinks follow each event.

Glacier Glide is a pursuit style Nordic ski event in Whitefish featuring classic and skate races for youth and adults. Lunch is included and the Viking Pursuit champion earns a free American Birkebeiner entry.

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.

Catch Me if You Can! is a winter race series in Billings, Montana with four staggered start races that have faster runners chase down earlier starters so everyone converges at the finish. Hot drinks follow each event.

Run the scenic Great Northern Trail from Kila to downtown Kalispell in the Lucky Hare Half or 9K, then celebrate at a St Patrick's beer garden with music, raffle prizes and finisher awards. Chip timed race with shirt and a post race drink.

Catch Me if You Can! is a winter race series in Billings, Montana with four staggered start races that have faster runners chase down earlier starters so everyone converges at the finish. Hot drinks follow each event.

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.

Tackle the Expedition 12K at Lewis and Clark Caverns in Whitehall Montana for a scenic but demanding trail with sweeping Jefferson Valley views. Expect big climbs and descents, chip timing, swag, post race brunch, awards and raffles.

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.

Celebrate trail running in Helena on May 9 with the Don't Fence Me In Trail Run, a scenic fundraiser through South Hills ridgelines, Mt. Helena and Mt. Ascension. Multiple distances welcome all abilities while supporting the Prickly Pear La..

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.

Hit the scenic Billings Skyline Races on Sunday May 31 2026 along the Rimrocks with sweeping views of the Yellowstone Valley and Beartooth Mountains. Choose the half marathon or 30K and finish at Two Moon Park for a rewarding day.

Run scenic single track through sagebrush hills above the Beaverhead River Valley at the Pronghorn Pursuit Trail Run in Dillon, Montana. Choose from a 1 mile fun run, 5 km or challenging 15 km, then enjoy food and awards at the trailhead.

Run the scenic Route of the Hiawatha through forests, peaks and historic train tunnels in Taft, MT. Choose in person races on June 7 or a virtual option May 30 to June 14 for a flexible trail adventure.

Experience the Mountain to Meadow Half Marathon and 10k at Lolo Pass on June 14, 2026, winding gravel Forest Service roads with stunning Bitterroot Mountain views. Finishers get a tank top and medal and enjoy a post race BBQ with a Big Sky..

Take on a scenic 14K along the Continental Divide Trail near Butte, Montana, with panoramic vistas and dramatic rock formations around the summer solstice. Wulfman's race raises funds for local trail projects and youth running programs.

Enjoy scenic trail running at Herron Park with a half marathon, 10K and 5K supporting the Foy’s to Blacktail Trails Organization. Family friendly with a free kids race, awards, tacos and massage after the run.

Join the Weir Warrior Memorial Ruck in Showdown, Montana for timed ruck and hike options for adults and kids, plus food and a beer in the lodge. Proceeds support the Weir Warrior Memorial Scholarship honoring two lost lives.

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 the stunning Foy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon: a 26 mile single track adventure with over 5,000 feet of climbing and sweeping mountain views. Limited to 100 entries with proceeds supporting trail maintenance and signage.