Mt Jumbo Elk Ramble 15k
Mt Jumbo Elk Ramble 15k is a trail running and running race on October 24 – November 16, 2026 in Missoula, MT, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- October 24 – November 16, 2026 (94 days to go)
- Location
- Lincoln Hills Dr., Missoula, MT
- Price
- $45
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Don't miss the opportunity to take part in the only organized trail race on Mt. Jumbo!
As part of this exclusive event, you will experience stunning landscapes as you traverse the winter home of the Mt. Jumbo elk herd. The Mount Jumbo Wildlife Management Area closes to all recreation on December 1st - take this chance to recreate responsibly on Missoula's Conservation & Open Space Lands and welcome the wildlife herds back to Jumbo!
- The IN-PERSON race is capped at 300 participants.
- The VIRTUAL race is capped at 35 participants.
For 2026, we will not offer a wait list and there are no options to transfer or defer. For more information on our refund policy click here.
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
52°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Missoula 2 Ne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Missoula, MT
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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Mt Jumbo Elk Ramble 15k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
94
Days to train
- Race
- Mt Jumbo Elk Ramble 15k
- Date
- October 24 – November 16, 2026
- Location
- Lincoln Hills Dr., Missoula, MT
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From Endurance Grid
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.
Coming Up
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Mt Jumbo Elk Ramble 15k
Oct 24, 2026