Mount Helena Run
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 10:00AM MDT
- Location Helena, Montana
- Price $33.24
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the 50th Annual Mount Helena Run on Saturday, September 26, 2026! This beloved Helena classic invites runners of all skill levels to tackle a challenging 9k (5.6 miles) trail race that promises breathtaking views and an unforgettable experience. With an elevation gain and loss of 1,300 feet, participants will push their limits on a diverse course that features approximately 1.5 miles on roads and over 4 miles on scenic single track trails.
Starting at Birds & Beaselys on the Walking Mall, runners will be treated to stunning sights of the City of Helena, Prickly Pear Valley, and the majestic Elkhorn and Big Belt Mountains as they make their way up Mount Helena, followed by a thrilling descent back to historic Last Chance Gulch. Don’t miss the chance to register before September 1 for a reduced race fee, and remember, the first 100 participants will receive exclusive race swag! Join us for a day of camaraderie, competition, and incredible outdoor beauty—mark your calendars for this must-join event in Helena!
Starting at Birds & Beaselys on the Walking Mall, runners will be treated to stunning sights of the City of Helena, Prickly Pear Valley, and the majestic Elkhorn and Big Belt Mountains as they make their way up Mount Helena, followed by a thrilling descent back to historic Last Chance Gulch. Don’t miss the chance to register before September 1 for a reduced race fee, and remember, the first 100 participants will receive exclusive race swag! Join us for a day of camaraderie, competition, and incredible outdoor beauty—mark your calendars for this must-join event in Helena!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 50TH ANNUAL RUNNING OF THIS HELENA CLASSIC ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2026!
A 9k (5.6 mile) trail race. 1,300 feet of elevation gain/loss. About 1.5 miles on roads, 4+ miles on single track. Burn out your lungs busting up Mount Helena and see if your quads have anything left for the charge back down to historic Last Chance Gulch in the heart of downtown Helena. Views of the City of Helena, Prickly Pear Valley, and the Elkhorn and Big Belt Mountains.
Packet Pickup is from 9:00 am - 10:00 am before the race. Race Start is at Birds & Beaselys on the Walking Mall
REGISTER BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1 FOR REDUCED RACE FEE!
No dogs and no strollers please.
_**Race Swag only garunteed for the first 100 participants._
A 9k (5.6 mile) trail race. 1,300 feet of elevation gain/loss. About 1.5 miles on roads, 4+ miles on single track. Burn out your lungs busting up Mount Helena and see if your quads have anything left for the charge back down to historic Last Chance Gulch in the heart of downtown Helena. Views of the City of Helena, Prickly Pear Valley, and the Elkhorn and Big Belt Mountains.
Packet Pickup is from 9:00 am - 10:00 am before the race. Race Start is at Birds & Beaselys on the Walking Mall
REGISTER BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1 FOR REDUCED RACE FEE!
No dogs and no strollers please.
_**Race Swag only garunteed for the first 100 participants._
Races
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Mount Helena Run
Incl. $3.24 Fee & Race Swag - 50th Anniversary Hat
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$33.24
Join the Helena Vigilante Runners (HVR) for the 50th anniversary of this classic trail race at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 26, 2026! Packet Pickup is from 9:00 am - 10:00 am before the race. Race Start is at Birds & Beaselys on the Walking Mall For more details, information on registering, etc., please see the race website: http://vigilanterunning.org/our-events/mount-helena-run/
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Last Chance Gulch and Broadway, Helena, 59601, MT, United States
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