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Jim Bridger Trail Run

Bozeman, United States • 18 Jul 2026

Event Overview

The Jim Bridger Trail Run is the 33rd annual running event. It takes place on July 18, 2026, in Bozeman, Montana, near Sypes Canyon Road. The event offers two distances.

Distances and Courses

  • 10-Mile Jim Bridger Trail Run: This course is a scenic loop starting near the Sypes Canyon trailhead in the Bridger Mountain foothills. It includes 2,838 feet of elevation gain and passes across private property only accessible on race day. The route goes up Middle Cottonwood, involves a water crossing, continues across the Bridger range, and returns down Sypes Canyon.
  • 5k Race and Fun Run: This is a dirt road course described as a "lollipop" loop through a neighborhood.

Post-Race Amenities

After the races, there is a BBQ with food, drinks including beer, and raffle prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Montana Bozeman

Race information

Website Registration
10 mi
Jim Bridger Trail Run (10 Mile)
5 km
Jim Bridger 5k Race and Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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