Registration for the Snowbowl 15K runs $55 to $70, with the race taking place on August 8, 2026, in Missoula, Montana. Despite the "15K" in its name, the event offers a 5K distance. The race starts at 8:30 AM at Snowbowl Road and is a trail running event. If you're traveling to Missoula for this summer race, you'll want accommodations within reasonable driving distance of the venue.
From the Race Organizer
The beautiful loop course will start and finish in the Snowbowl base area. The 9.3 mile course will climb for 4.65 miles on a mixture of dirt and double track roads. You will reach the top of the climb, and the only aid station on the course, at the top of Grizzly Chair. From there you will enjoy a beautiful 4.65 mile descent down the popular stretch of single track in the ski area, known as Beargrass Highway. This trail will bring you all the way back to the base area and finish line. There is 2,150 ft of climbing in the race and 2,150 ft of flowy single track descending. Runners Receive: A well-marked course Fantastic views of the Missoula Valley and Rattlesnake mountains Chip Timing Custom Race Bib with name on bib Stylish Snowbowl 15K trucker hat Post-race lunch catered by Snowbowl Well-earned Big Sky Brewing beer (or sparkling water) at the finish line. Registration: 5.6.26-6.30.26: $50 7.1.26-7.31.26 $55 8.1.26-8.8.26 $65 *No refunds, deferrals, or transfers *The Snowbowl 15k is capped at 250 participants. Schedule: Friday | 8.7.26 2:00-6:00pm: Packet Pick Up in the basement of Runner’s Edge Saturday | 8.8.26: 7:30am-8:15am: Packet Pick Up at Snowbowl Base Area 8:30am: Race Start (details on waves or rolling start windows will be shared closer to race.) 10:00am-12pm: Post Race Lunch in Base Area catered by Snowbowl 11:30am: Awards Ceremony 12:00pm: Course Closed Location: The Snowbowl 15k takes place at the Montana Snowbowl. The start/finish line is right next to the lodge. Make a Day of it! Bring the whole family for the race and stay for the zipline and huckleberries! All summer long the Montana Snowbowl operates zipline tours that criss-cross the resort. Now you can take a post-race ride and enjoy a birds eye view of terrain you covered by foot. Questions? Please email krisb@runnersedgemt.com
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Missoula, MT.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Snowbowl 15K 2026 — Missoula, MT takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Missoula, Montana.
Where is Snowbowl 15K 2026 — Missoula, MT held?
Snowbowl 15K 2026 — Missoula, MT is held at 1700 Snowbowl Road in Missoula, Montana.
Where can I find hotels near Snowbowl 15K 2026 — Missoula, MT?
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