From the Organizer
It's time to kick up some dust! Celebrate the start of the fall mushing season with us at the Western Montana Dirt Derby, now at an exciting new venue in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley!
This is the perfect chance to get out on the trails with your canine partner. We welcome everyone, from first-timers to seasoned racers, and every dog breed with a love for running. Our focus is on fun, community, and celebrating the joy of working with our amazing dogs.
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
61°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stevensville, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
MSO
Missoula Montana Airport · 20 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Western Montana Dirt Derby, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Western Montana Dirt Derby
Oct 10, 2026