Yellowstone Trail Races 2026 — West Yellowstone, MT

Date
August 1, 2026
Location
West Yellowstone, MT
Venue
Rendezvous Ski Trails
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$50.00 – $80.00
Events
Saturday Marathon, Saturday 1/2 Marathon, Saturday 10K
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The Yellowstone Trail Races take place August 1, 2026, in West Yellowstone, Montana, at Rendezvous Ski Trails. Runners can choose from three distances: 10K, half marathon, or the full 26.2-mile marathon. Entry fees range from $50 to $80 depending on the distance selected. The event starts at 9:00 AM. West Yellowstone's proximity to Yellowstone National Park makes it an accessible destination for athletes traveling from across the region. This venue location offers trail running in a mountain setting, making it suitable for runners seeking a course away from road racing. Book accommodations early, as the area draws visitors year-round, and summer racing season fills lodging quickly.

From the Race Organizer
You don't want to miss this spectacular trail run just outside of Yellowstone National Park! The West entrance and gateway to Yellowstone National Park is surrounded by three national forests, blue-ribbon trout streams, and beautiful mountain lakes. Come run a marathon, half marathon, or 10K trail run with breathtaking scenery, right outside the world's first National Park, on the trails of Custer Gallatin National Forest. All registrants receive a souvenir race medal and lanyard, a custom race bib, a custom race sticker, a Wolf Pack sticker, Hammer Nutrition fueling products, aid station support, a marked/certified course, a chip-timed event, accurate posted results, snacks, and refreshments at the finish line. Discounted race shirts are available for purchase and are delivered to your home address via Amazon Prime. RACE PERMITTED UNDER SPECIAL USE AUTHORIZATION FROM THE CUSTER GALLATIN NATIONAL FOREST The Forest Service recommends that each participant carry bear spray for this event.

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to West Yellowstone, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Yellowstone Trail Races 2026 — West Yellowstone, MT?

Yellowstone Trail Races 2026 — West Yellowstone, MT takes place on August 1, 2026. The race is held in West Yellowstone, Montana.

Where is Yellowstone Trail Races 2026 — West Yellowstone, MT held?

Yellowstone Trail Races 2026 — West Yellowstone, MT is held at Rendezvous Ski Trails in West Yellowstone, Montana.

Where can I find hotels near Yellowstone Trail Races 2026 — West Yellowstone, MT?

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