
From the Organizer
Timberline Trail Run at Crosscut is a signature trail running event hosted by Crosscut Mountain Sports Center on our summer trail network in beautiful Bridger Canyon, outside of Bozeman, Montana. Join us on Sunday, September 27, 2026, and be part of this community-forward mountain running event set beneath Montana’s expansive skies.
With 20km, 10km, and 5km race options, Timberline offers a mix of trails and scenic mountain terrain, showcasing the breathtaking beauty of the Bridger Range with panoramic vistas, lush forests, alpine meadows, and rugged landscapes. Designed as both a classic mountain trail run and a celebration of community, the event brings together runners, families, volunteers, and partners to experience the best of Crosscut’s late summer trails.
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
68°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bozeman Gallatin Fld, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
55,042
as of 2023
City Elevation
4,923 ft
Nearest Airport
BZN
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport · 10 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 Timberline Trail Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Bozeman Rut Community Night
11 miles away
Reach Inc. Race for Independence
11 miles away
Bangtail Divide 38k
12 miles away
BSF U14/U16 Open Regional Nordic Camp
11 miles away
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 the most 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, not the pace, is the whole point.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Timberline Trail Run
Sep 27, 2026