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Whitefish Trail Blazer

Whitefish, United States • 4-5 Oct 2025

Whitefish Trail Blazer, held in Whitefish, Montana, is a weekend of trail running presented by Flathead Running Company to benefit Whitefish Legacy Partners and the Whitefish Trail. The centerpiece is the Blazer 50k ultramarathon on Saturday: 31 miles with about 6,300 feet of elevation gain on single and double-track trails, including ascents toward the summit of Big Mountain, with start/finish at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Sunday offers a half marathon, 10k+, 5k+, and a Family Fun Run through Beaver Lakes with varying elevation.

Runners receive a custom buff, nutrition, and a finisher patch; post-race celebrations include lunch, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. Virtual options exist for all distances. It’s part of the Flathead Race Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Montana Whitefish

Race information

Registration
50 km
6300 m+
Blazer 50k
21 km
Blazer Half Marathon
10 km
750 m+
Blazer 10k+
5 km
500 m+
Blazer 5k+
Virtual Race Option - 5k+
Virtual Race Option - Fun Run
Virtual Race Option - Half Marathon
Blazer Family Fun Run
Virtual Race Option - 10k+
Virtual Race Option - 50k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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