Whitefish Trail Blazer

Whitefish Trail Blazer Race Information

<h2><b><span style="color:#000000">October 4-5, 2025</span></b></h2> <h2><span style="color:#000000">The Whitefish Trail Blazer Presented by Flathead Running Company</span></h2> <h2> </h2> <h2><span style="color:#000000">A weekend of premiere Montana trail running benefitting Whitefish Legacy Partners and the Whitefish Trail</span><span style="color:#000000"></span></h2> <p> </p> <p>WEATHER UPDATE: Conditions look cool and potentially wet all weekend long. For the 50k, we are requiring a water-proof layer for the first 10 miles before your first stop at the Village Aid Station. We will have space blankets available for all 50k runners at packet pick-up. For both Saturday and Sunday, we will be providing warm drinks and broths at all major aid stations. There will also be warming fires at both start/finish areas and a heated indoor space at the 50k Village aid station (which runners start at, pass through twice, and finish at). You should dress accordingly and get ready to have some fun!</p> <p> </p> <h4><strong><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RNULlPfRy5Zd9wAz2-TQdhRDqqwLEv-g/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Saturday, 10/4, 50k WT Blazer Race Info &#43; FAQ</a></strong></h4> <h4><strong><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XOrmOek_hocksZ1P2sEltzEH1X4jM6Mb/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Sunday, 10/5, 1/2 Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Fun Run WT Blazer Race Info &#43; FAQ</a></strong></h4> <p> </p> <p>A distance for everyone!</p> <p>On <strong>Saturday</strong>, the <strong>Blazer 50k</strong> 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.</p> <p><strong>Sunday&#39;s</strong> events include a <strong>half marathon, 10k&#43;, 5k&#43;, </strong>and<strong> family fun run</strong>. These courses explore the scenic Beaver Lakes area of the Whitefish Trail, featuring varying elevation gains to accommodate different fitness levels. Participants receive amenities such as a custom race buff, nutrition products, and locally-made awards for top finishers. Post-race celebrations include lunch, beer and non-alcolic kombucha and mocktails.</p> <p>Registration for Half Marathon, 10k, 5k &amp; fun run will close at 11:59pm on Saturday October 4th- there will be no day-of registration. No pets allowed on racecourse. Registration for 50k will close at 11:59pm on Friday October 3rd- there will be no day-of registration. No pets allowed on racecourse. </p> <p> </p> <p>The current registration caps are as follows:</p> <p>50k = 400 runners</p> <p>Half Marathon = 250 runners<br />10k&#43; = 125 runners<br />5k&#43; = 100 runners<br />Family Fun Run = 75 runners</p>