Trail Running Calendar Montana 2026-2027

Mountain to Meadow offers a half marathon and a 10k along gravel Forest Service roads near Lolo Pass, with meadow and mountain views. A post-race BBQ serves brats, salad and Big Sky Beer.

A 12 hour night trail run on Helena’s South Hills featuring a 100% singletrack figure 8; runners complete as many 11.57 mile loops as possible within the time limit. Limited field and volunteer organized.

Experience a scenic 14k trail race along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail in Montana. This single track event features rock formations and mountain vistas with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance and youth running.

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.

Timed ruck and hike events in Neihart, Montana, on June 20, 2026, include six hour and three hour rucks for adults and a one hour kids ruck; proceeds support a scholarship for Montana graduates pursuing technical or trade training.

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.

A rugged trail ultra near Bozeman offering 30K and 55K options with over 11,000 feet of climbing on the long course, minimal aid, and encouraged self-support. Limited entries and race-specific awards for finishers.

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.

A single-loop 100 mile race around Butte, Montana with 63 miles on the Continental Divide Trail, about 14,000 feet of elevation gain and loss and a 40 hour cutoff. Field capped at 150 runners and proceeds benefit local nonprofits.

A 20K trail race at Bridger Bowl with technical single track and cupless aid stations, a four hour cut off, chip timing, a race shirt and catered lunch; packet pickup is available the day before and race morning.

A community race in Bozeman on July 4, 2026 with 1K, 5K and 10K options plus virtual entries; proceeds support adults with developmental disabilities.

Experience a point to point trail race on the Bangtail Divide Trail near Bozeman Montana. This 38 km event takes runners from Stone Creek to Brackett Creek through mountain landscapes with a field limited to 150 participants.

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.

The Diamond City Mountain Relay will take place in Townsend from Friday 10 July 2026 to Sunday 12 July 2026. You can run 215 miles.

A mountain running event near Bozeman, MT offering 25 mile and 50 mile routes across alpine ridgelines with technical terrain and limited support. Entry asks for a recommended donation that funds local trail and land nonprofits.

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 the Montana wilderness through a series of certified trail races in 2026. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 50K with events held in West Yellowstone, Seeley Lake, and Butte.

A trail running event in West Yellowstone, MT on July 11, 2026, organized by Wolf Pack Adventures. Multiple distances from 5K to 50K are offered with published entry fees and online registration ending July 11, 2026.

A multi-course trail event in Big Sky on July 12, 2026 featuring routes across BSCO trails with mountain views and notable climbs. Options include roughly 15 mile, 6.2 mile, and 3.1 mile courses including a 3-person relay.