
CITY TO SKY is a running, trail running, and ultra race on October 18, 2026 in Missoula, MT, with entry fees from $145 to $155.
From the Organizer
This unique trail race starts and finishes near Missoula’s University District and features multiple mountain summits totaling 8,000+ feet of vertical elevation and exploring many of Missoula’s iconic open space and conservation lands circumnavigating the Pattee Creek Watershed. It highlights the best of Missoula’s open space and urban recreation areas and boasts less than two miles of pavement.
Events
Weather
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
55°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Missoula 2 Ne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
75,600
as of 2023
City Elevation
3,168 ft
Nearest Airport
MSO
Missoula Montana Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at CITY TO SKY, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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.
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.
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
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CITY TO SKY
Oct 18, 2026