Whitefish Trail Blazer 2026 — Whitefish, MT

Date
October 3, 2026
Location
Whitefish, MT
Venue
Whitefish Mountain Resort & the Whitefish Legacy Center
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $150.00
Events
Blazer 50k, Blazer Half Marathon, Blazer 10k+, Blazer 5k+, Blazer Family Fun Run, Virtual Race Option - 50k
Includes
Whitefish Trail Blazer T-Shirt | Finisher Medallion
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October 3-4, 2026 The Whitefish Trail Blazer Presented by Flathead Running Company A weekend of premiere Montana trail running benefitting Whitefish Legacy Partners and the Whitefish Trail A distance for everyone! On Saturday , the Blazer 50k ultramarathon challenges racers with over 6,300 feet of elevation gain across approximately 31 miles of single and double-track trails, including ascents to the summit of Big Mountain. Come test your grit on the best trails in Northwest Montana. *Race course is currently under US Forest Service analysis for term special use permit. Sunday's events include a half marathon, 10k+, 5k+, and family fun run . These courses explore the scenic Beaver Lakes area of the Whitefish Trail starting and ending at the new Whitefish Legacy Center and featuring varying elevation gains to accommodate different fitness levels. Participants receive prizes, nutrition products, and locally-made awards for top finishers. Post-race celebrations include lunch, beer and non

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When is Whitefish Trail Blazer 2026 — Whitefish, MT?

Whitefish Trail Blazer 2026 — Whitefish, MT takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Whitefish, Montana.

Where is Whitefish Trail Blazer 2026 — Whitefish, MT held?

Whitefish Trail Blazer 2026 — Whitefish, MT is held at Whitefish Mountain Resort & the Whitefish Legacy Center in Whitefish, Montana.

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