Prospector's 50k | 30k
Prospector's 50k | 30k is a trail running and running race on August 8–9, 2026 in Cooke City, MT, with entry fees from $115 to $150.
- Date
- August 8–9, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Location
- 206 Main Street, Cooke City, MT
- Price
- $115–$150
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Aptly named for the rugged men who explored this area starting in the 1860s, 2026 is the 4th year for the Prospector's race! The views are as good as the gold they were looking for. If you can pull your eyes away from the surrounding mountain views, you’ll run by big and small reminders of the mining activity including homesteads, mine equipment, and endless spur roads.
The Prospector 50k/30k races operate under a Special Use Permit from the Gardiner Ranger District.
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
75°
Typical Low
39°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Silver Gate, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cooke City, MT
City Elevation
7,975 ft
Nearest Airport
COD
Yellowstone Regional Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Prospector's 50k | 30k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
16
Days to train
- Race
- Prospector's 50k | 30k
- Date
- August 8–9, 2026
- Location
- 206 Main Street, Cooke City, 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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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Cooke City than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Prospector's 50k | 30k
Aug 8, 2026