Montana
Montana Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Montana for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 51 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Montana below and join the trail community at these great events!
December 2026
A Yellowstone Rim Runners winter series in Billings where runners start by predicted pace and chase each other across four seasonal races.
A capped 10K classic ski race on December 19, 2026 at the Chief Joseph Trails near Lost Trail Pass with limited parking and a 70-participant cap.
January 2027
Nordic ski event on January 9, 2027 offering classic and skate races from 1 km to 20 km, including a Viking Challenge and youth cookie scramble.
Community-run adventure with choices of one, two or three loops on trail or road routes and a communal potluck at HURL HQ.
A Yellowstone Rim Runners winter series in Billings where runners start by predicted pace and chase each other across four seasonal races.
Classic cross-country races at Lubrecht Experimental Forest with 1 km, 4 km and 10 km events, a group dance competition, free on-site waxing, and a post-race chili potluck.
February 2027
A winter lap-based endurance event on Mt Sentinel offering 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour formats to raise funds for Climate Smart Missoula and local air quality projects.
Weekend cross-country ski races at Pattee Canyon in Missoula featuring 1 km, 5 km and 10 km events plus a 10 km skiathlon, on-site waxing and a post-race chili potluck.
A two day Nordic ski weekend at Crosscut with skate and classic mass start races, a marathon distance option, community focus, and volunteer organized support.
Timed mountain lap event on Drinking Horse Mountain with 3, 6, and 12 hour options that raises funds for the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.
A Yellowstone Rim Runners winter series in Billings where runners start by predicted pace and chase each other across four seasonal races.
April 2027
A Yellowstone Rim Runners winter series in Billings where runners start by predicted pace and chase each other across four seasonal races.
Trail races at Rossignol Ranch near Lolo MT on April 17, 2027 offering 5K, 5 Mile and 10 Mile distances with a post-race brunch and beer.
12K trail at Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park in Montana with 2,200+ ft of ascent, cupless aid stations, chip timing, and awards for Male Female Non Binary.
May 2027
Two days of obstacle course racing at Wrangler Springs Ranch in Bigfork, Montana, with Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra and kids race options.
Paved ridge and creek course in Billings, Montana, offering a Half Marathon, a 30K, and a virtual option with views of Yellowstone Valley and the Beartooth Mountains.
June 2027
Trail races on the Beaverhead Trails High Trails near Dillon, MT, featuring a 15K, 5K, kids 5K and a 1-mile fundraiser. Courses are off-pavement with extensive single-track, significant climbing and valley views.
Two Missoula races: a steep half marathon plus 3,400 ft of climbing and a 10K with a very steep first mile; virtual entries available.