Whitefish Trail Blazer Whitefish, MT   Oct 3–4, 2026

The Whitefish Trail Blazer is Whitefish Legacy Partner’s annual community run and open lands celebration. If you’ve run in the Whitefish Trail Legacy Run in the past 10+ years, come join this year as we celebrate open spaces and blaze a trail forward for conservation and recreation in Whitefish.

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.

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, 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-alcoholic beverages.