4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 260 Stevens St, Hays, MT
- Distance
- 10 Mile Run · 20 Mile Run · 50K
From the Organizer
We are excited to announce the 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run along with the new added event of 50K! It will be held Saturday, August 8, 2026 during Hays Powwow in the beautiful Mission Canyon. Along with the 50K, there will still be the 10 Mile and 20 Mile runs. So, come on out and get your run on!
The 20 Mile run is a loop in the mountains that consists of 2 track roads, gravel, and approximately 3 miles of pavement.
***IMPORTANT 20 MILE INFO - If you expect your overall completion time to be more than 6 hours, we ask you to move your start time to 5:30 am with the 50K runners.
***IMPORTANT 50K INFO - There will be a cutoff time for this race. If a runner has not made it to the last aid station (approximately 10 miles from finish line) by the 8.5 hour mark (1:30 PM) this will result in a disqualification.
Like last year, there will be prizes given to the top male and female finishers in both the 10 and 20 Mile runs. Prizes for the 50K are TBD at this time.
All runs start and end on the east end of the powwow grounds; look for the white canopy and check-in table. Runners will meet 30 minutes before start of each run at the starting line.
Stay tuned to our Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093653076456) for more details! We look forward to seeing you!
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Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
54°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Zortman, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hays, MT
Elevation
3,530 ft
Nearest Airport
HVR
Havre City County Airport · 62 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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- 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 260 Stevens St, Hays, MT
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- What is the 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run?
- 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run is a running race held in Hays, Montana on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Hays, Montana at 260 Stevens St, Hays, MT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run
Aug 8, 2026