Trail Running Calendar Montana 2026-2027

A 12 hour night trail event near Helena, Montana featuring repeated 100% singletrack figure 8 loops on Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge, limited to 75 runners with a staffed aid station and volunteer support.

A 14 km single-track trail race on a completed section of the Continental Divide Trail near Butte Montana. The time trial start reduces congestion and proceeds support local trail work and youth running programs.

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 trail ultramarathon near Bozeman offering 30K and 55K routes with about 11,000 feet of climbing. The course is all singletrack with minimal aid, drop bag support, a field cap, and no-refund registration policy.

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 *100 mile* loop near Butte, Montana on June 26-27, 2026 that includes 63 miles of the Continental Divide Trail, nearly 14,000 feet of vertical, high-elevation terrain, and a published 40 hour cutoff; proceeds support local trail and healt..

Trail races at Bridger Bowl on June 27 include a technical 20K and a two loop 5 Mile junior race; both use chip timing and include a catered lunch and awards, with cupless aid stations on course.

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.

Remote mountain routes near Bozeman, MT with 25 mile and 50 mile options across alpine ridgelines. Limited course support and recommended donations support local trail organizations.

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-distance trail race in Big Sky, Montana on July 12, 2026 centered at Big Sky Events Arena. Courses range from about 15 mile with roughly 2100 feet of climbing to 6.2 mile and 3.1 mile options through Uplands and Hummocks.

Trail out and back races near Kading Campground with 15 km and 30 km options, creek crossings and mountain views. Post-race food, beverages and prizes are available.