ZooTown Challenge Obstacle Course Race by VRTX Fitness @Washington-Grizzly Stadium, Missoula MT
ZooTown Challenge Obstacle Course Race by VRTX Fitness @Washington-Grizzly Stadium, Missoula MT is an obstacle course race on September 26, 2026 in Missoula, MT, with entry fees from $29 to $239.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Price
- $29–$239
- Sport
- Obstacle Course
From the Organizer
MAIN WEBSITE WITH ALL THE DETAILS ZOOTOWNCHALLENGE.COM
The ZOOTOWN CHALLENGE OBSTACLE COURSE RACES @ WASHINGTON-GRIZZLY STADIUM features FIVE different race categories. Everyone can race and challenge themselves, from DOUBLE GRIZ, 5k, 3k Kids and All Abilities races, pick one and start training. The ZooTown Challenge takes place on September 26, 2026 in beautiful Missoula, Montana, at the iconic Washington Grizzly Stadium. You will feel the crowd roar!
- ZooTown Challenge 5k - 20 Obstacles
- Griz Double 10k - 35 Obstacles
- ZooTown 3k
- Kids Race
- All Abilities Race
The ZooTown Challenge is for individuals wanting a challenge as well as the novice racer. YOU WILL FINISH - How fast is up to you. The combination of challenging obstacles and skill obstacles sets the stage for the ZooTown Challenge to be an EPIC RACE in Missoula, Montana.
Want to run as a team? Go to the TEAMS tab. Your final finish time will be the combined time of all four racers. Teams can help each other on the obstacles.
SPECTATORS WELCOME - Food trucks will be open for racers and spectators to enjoy the race at the North End Zone.
The race course encompasses Washington-Grizzly Stadium, U of M Campus, M Trail, and some surprises.
DETAILS on the ZooTown Challenge Website and Instagram @zootownchallenge
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Want to check out the race close up and encourage racers? Go to zootownchallenge.com and go to the volunteer tab to sign up. All Volunteers receive food vouchers on race day and free entry to next year's ZooTown Challenge race.
ZOOTOWN CHALLENGE RACE NET PROCEEDS DONATED TO OPPORTUNITY RESOURCES INC.*
*Opportunity Resources Inc. is a Missoula-based organization that focuses on providing people with disabilities opportunities to engage in meaningful employment, artistic and creative projects, stable housing, and community involvement.
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
68°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
26%
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
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65
Days to train
- Race
- ZooTown Challenge Obstacle Course Race by VRTX Fitness @Washington-Grizzly Stadium, Missoula MT
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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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.
Obstacle course races combine running with walls, rope climbs, carries, and mud — testing strength, grip, endurance, and mental toughness all at once.
No two races feel the same, and it is a truly unique endurance sport.
Obstacle Course Racing
Obstacle course races (OCR) combine running over different terrain with a series of physical obstacles — walls, rope climbs, monkey bars, carries, and crawls. The barrier to entry is lower than it looks.
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ZooTown Challenge Obstacle Course Race by VRTX Fitness @Washington-Grizzly Stadium, Missoula MT
Sep 26, 2026