Whitefish Trail Blazer
- Date Sat 4th October 2025 - Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Whitefish, Montana
- Price $12.08 - $133.75
- Races 10 races
- Distances Ultra, Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating weekend of trail running at the Whitefish Trail Blazer, taking place from October 4th to 5th, 2025, in the beautiful town of Whitefish, Flathead. This premier Montana trail running event features an array of races designed for all fitness levels. On Saturday, challenge yourself with the BLAZER 50K ultramarathon, boasting over 6,300 feet of elevation gain across approximately 31 miles of stunning single and double-track trails, including breathtaking ascents to the summit of Big Mountain.
Sunday is packed with excitement as participants can choose from a Half Marathon, 10K+, 5K+, or even a Family Fun Run, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Beaver Lakes area on the Whitefish Trail. Each race offers varying elevation gains to accommodate different abilities, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun. Runners will enjoy fantastic amenities, including a custom race buff, nutrition products, and locally-made awards for top finishers. After the races, celebrate your achievements with delicious food, refreshing beer, and tasty non-alcoholic kombucha and mocktails. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable weekend—secure your spot before registration closes!
Sunday is packed with excitement as participants can choose from a Half Marathon, 10K+, 5K+, or even a Family Fun Run, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Beaver Lakes area on the Whitefish Trail. Each race offers varying elevation gains to accommodate different abilities, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun. Runners will enjoy fantastic amenities, including a custom race buff, nutrition products, and locally-made awards for top finishers. After the races, celebrate your achievements with delicious food, refreshing beer, and tasty non-alcoholic kombucha and mocktails. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable weekend—secure your spot before registration closes!
Organiser's Description
OCTOBER 4-5, 2025
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.
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 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.
Registration for Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & 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.
The current registration caps are as follows:
50k = 200 runners
Half Marathon = 200 runners
10k+ = 125 runners
5k+ = 100 runners
Family Fun Run = 75 runners
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.
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 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.
Registration for Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & 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.
The current registration caps are as follows:
50k = 200 runners
Half Marathon = 200 runners
10k+ = 125 runners
5k+ = 100 runners
Family Fun Run = 75 runners
Races
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Blazer 50k
Incl. $8.75 Fee & 50k Finisher Patch and Buff (Neck Gaiter/Head Band)
Sat 4th October 2025 (7:00AM MDT)
$133.75
Our epic 50k course! 30+ miles of single and double track trails, with over 6300' of elevation gain along with huckleberry-lined trails, views of Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake, technical ascents, and quad-busting descents! Post Race Party + Awards: A catered meal and beverages (beer and non-alcoholic options) will be provided at the finish celebration. Awards will be given to top 5 overall runners for male and females. No age group awards will be given. All runners will also receive custom prizes and sports nutrition products. Course Aid Stations: The 50k course has 4 fully-stocked aid stations at approximately miles 4.5, 10, 18, and 26.3. There are 3 water-only aid stations at miles 13, 23, and 28.1. Fully-stocked aid stations will provide water, sports drinks, gels, electrolytes, fruit, chips, cookies, candy, and other snacks. Warm broth may be served at the summit aid station at mile 4.5 and the start/finish at miles 10 and 26.3 if the weather forecast looks cold. -
Blazer Half Marathon
Incl. $5.56 Fee & Whitefish Trail Blazer Buff (Neck Gaiter/Head Band)
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:40AM MDT)
$75.56
Sunday, October 5th - the Half Marathon will explore protected lands and scenic lakes in the Beaver Lakes area of the Whitefish Trail. Starting at the Whitefish Bike Retreat, runners will explore 100% single track around Rainbow Lake, Woods Lake, Dollar Lake, Little Beaver Lake. The half marathon course has a total elevation gain of around 2,000 feet. Final course and start times subject to change. All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, custom finisher prizes, and sports nutrition products. Awards will be given to top finishers. -
Blazer 10k+
Incl. $4.69 Fee & Whitefish Trail Blazer Buff (Neck Gaiter/Head Band)
Sun 5th October 2025 (10:00AM MDT)
$59.69
Sunday October 5th - The 10k will start and finish at the Whitefish Bike Retreat and will take runners to the shore of Beaver Lake on the Whitefish Trail. This course has some sections of dirt roads. Total elevation gain for the 10k is around 750 feet. Final course and start times subject to change. All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, custom finisher prizes, and sports nutrition products. Awards will be given to top finishers. -
Blazer 5k+
Incl. $3.82 Fee & Whitefish Trail Blazer Buff (Neck Gaiter/Head Band)
Sun 5th October 2025 (10:30AM MDT)
$43.82
Sunday October 5th - The 5k+ will start and end at the Whitefish Bike Retreat and will explore single-track on the South Beaver loop. This course is slightly longer than 5k at ~3.4 miles. Elevation gain for the 5k+ is approximately 500 feet. Final course and start times subject to change. All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, custom finisher prizes, and sports nutrition products. Awards will be given to top finishers. -
Blazer Family Fun Run
Incl. $2.95 Fee & Whitefish Trail Blazer Buff (Neck Gaiter/Head Band)
Sun 5th October 2025 (10:45AM MDT)
$27.95
Sunday October 5th - The family-fun run will start and end at the Whitefish Bike Retreat, exploring the Whitefish Trail and dirt forest access roads. This elevation gain for this 2-mile loop is approximately 250 feet. Final course and start times subject to change. All runners will receive FREE food and beverages, custom finisher prizes, and sports nutrition products. Awards will be given to top finishers. -
Virtual Race Option - 50k
Incl. $4.98 Fee
$64.98
New this year! Sign up and run the race on your own! Submit your results, and receive your custom race buff (mailed after 10/05/25). *Please note that virtual racers should obey any and all trail restrictions/rules, and understanding that they are responsible for their own aid, safety, and well-being* -
Virtual Race Option - Half Marathon
Incl. $3.53 Fee
$38.53
New this year! Sign up and run the race on your own! Submit your results, and receive your custom race buff (mailed after 10/05/25). *Please note that virtual racers should obey any and all trail restrictions/rules, and understanding that they are responsible for their own aid, safety, and well-being* -
Virtual Race Option - 10k+
Incl. $2.95 Fee
$27.95
New this year! Sign up and run the race on your own! Submit your results, and receive your custom race buff (mailed after 10/05/25). *Please note that virtual racers should obey any and all trail restrictions/rules, and understanding that they are responsible for their own aid, safety, and well-being* -
Virtual Race Option - 5k+
Incl. $2.66 Fee
$22.66
New this year! Sign up and run the race on your own! Submit your results, and receive your custom race buff (mailed after 10/05/25). *Please note that virtual racers should obey any and all trail restrictions/rules, and understanding that they are responsible for their own aid, safety, and well-being* -
Virtual Race Option - Fun Run
Incl. $2.08 Fee
$12.08
New this year! Sign up and run the race on your own! Submit your results, and receive your custom race buff (mailed after 10/05/25). *Please note that virtual racers should obey any and all trail restrictions/rules, and understanding that they are responsible for their own aid, safety, and well-being*
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