Bobcat Trail Challenge

Bozeman, United States • 28 Sep 2025

The Bobcat Trail Challenge at Crosscut is a trail running event held at the Crosscut Mountain Sports Center in Bozeman, Montana. The race features a challenging 5km cross-country ski loop course, with options to compete in 5k, 10k, or 20k distances. Participants can also join as part of a 2 or 4-person team in the 20k relay.

The event offers a scenic fall setting on the Crosscut trails, refreshment stations, and race swag including a custom hat. It supports the Montana State University Ski Program, providing a unique opportunity to run alongside Bobcat skiers. The race is capped at 250 participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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