11 Miles to Paradise
Paradise, United States • 4 Oct 2026
Event overview
11 Miles to Paradise is a point-to-point trail race held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Paradise, Montana. The distance is approximately 10.6 miles. The field is capped at 750 participants and a waitlist is used when the race fills. Dogs are allowed at the event due to restrictions on the trails, shuttles, and at the hot springs.
Course and logistics
The course runs through Lolo National Forest along the Clark Fork River. The route uses an old two-track forest service road for the first mile, then narrows to rolling single-track trail that contours along small drainages and hillsides. The second half includes rolling hills and the overall profile is a net elevation loss. The race finishes at the Ferry Landing Fishing access site on State Route 135, about 7 miles west of Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort. The event is permitted through the Superior Ranger District.
Services and aid
Registration includes a race T-shirt, custom drop bag, shuttle from Quinn’s to the race start and back, chip timing, a finisher award, race photos, nutrition at a halfway aid station, and snacks at the finish. The single aid station is located about halfway and provides water, gels, electrolyte drink, and snacks. Optional add-ons include a pool pass, post-race meal, Missoula bus shuttle, and a custom towel.
Policies and schedule notes
Packet pickup is available the day before and on race morning at Quinn’s Hot Springs. Refunds are allowed with a processing fee until set deadlines; partial refunds are available until a later date and no refunds after the final cutoff. Volunteers receive a gift card, a shirt, and post-race lunch and soak. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.