4TH Annual
4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run
4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run is a trail running and running race on August 8, 2026 in Hays, MT, with entry fees from $20 to $40.
- Date
- August 8, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Location
- 260 Stevens St, Hays, MT
- Price
- $20–$40
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
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!
Events
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
City Elevation
3,530 ft
Nearest Airport
HVR
Havre City County Airport · 62 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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- Race
- 4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 260 Stevens St, Hays, MT
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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4th Annual Swift Bear Trail Run
Aug 8, 2026