Running

Western Montana Dirt Derby

Date
October 10, 2026
Distance
1-dog Canicross · 2-dog Scooter · Novice 2-Dog Bikejor & more
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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

1-dog Canicross11:15 AMRegister →
2-dog Scooter8:30 AMRegister →
Novice 2-Dog Bikejor10 AMRegister →
1-dog Scooter10:45 AMRegister →
1-Dog Bike-jor11:30 AMRegister →
Advanced 2-dog Bikejor9:15 AMRegister →

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

61°

Typical Low

34°

Chance of Rain

25%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Stevensville, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:48 AMSunset 7:00 PMDaylight 11h 13m

Host City

About Florence, MT

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

What Are You
Waiting For?

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

Race
Western Montana Dirt Derby
Date
October 10, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

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Running

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)

What is the Western Montana Dirt Derby?
Western Montana Dirt Derby is a running race held in Florence, Montana on October 10, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Western Montana Dirt Derby?
Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Florence, Montana at Larry Creek Campground, Florence, MT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Western Montana Dirt Derby?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Western Montana Dirt Derby

Oct 10, 2026

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