Whitefish Trail Blazer
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- Blazer 50k · Blazer Half Marathon · Blazer 10k+ & more
From the Organizer
October 3-4, 2026
The Whitefish Trail Blazer Presented by Flathead Running Company
A weekend of premiere Montana trail running benefitting Whitefish Legacy Partners and the Whitefish Trail
A distance for everyone!
On Saturday, the Blazer 50k ultramarathon challenges racers with over 6,300 feet of elevation gain across approximately 31 miles of single and double-track trails, including ascents to the summit of Big Mountain. Come test your grit on the best trails in Northwest Montana. *Race course is currently under US Forest Service analysis for term special use permit.
Sunday's events include a half marathon, 10k+, 5k+, and family fun run. These courses explore the scenic Beaver Lakes area of the Whitefish Trail starting and ending at the new Whitefish Legacy Center and featuring varying elevation gains to accommodate different fitness levels. Participants receive prizes, nutrition products, and locally-made awards for top finishers. Post-race celebrations include lunch, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.
Registration for Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & fun run will close at 11:59pm on Saturday October 3rd- there will be no day-of registration. No pets allowed on racecourse. Registration for 50k will close at 11:59pm on Friday October 2nd- there will be no day-of registration. No pets allowed on racecourse.
Distances & Pricing
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Whitefish Trail Blazer?
- Whitefish Trail Blazer is a running event held in Whitefish, MT. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Whitefish Trail Blazer?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Whitefish, MT at Whitefish Mountain Resort & the Whitefish Legacy Center, Whitefish, MT. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Whitefish Trail Blazer?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Whitefish Trail Blazer
Oct 3, 2026