11 Miles to Paradise
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11 Miles to Paradise
The race is scheduled for Sunday October 4, 2026 and covers a 10.6 mile point-to-point route through Lolo National Forest. The course follows rolling single-track trail alongside the Clark Fork River, beginning with about one mile on an old two-track forest service road before narrowing to single-track. The trail weaves and contours along small drainages and hillsides; the second half includes rolling hills and the overall course has a net elevation loss. The finish is at the Ferry Landing fishing access site on State Route 135, approximately seven miles west of Quinn's Hot Springs Resort.
Race services include a shuttle to the race start, chip timing, a custom drop bag transported from the start to the finish, a finisher award, a race shirt, race photos, and snacks at the finish. There is one aid station roughly halfway that provides water, gels, electrolyte drink, and snacks. After the finish, participants are shuttled to Quinn's Hot Springs Resort for post-race food, drinks, and access to the hot pools; a separate pool pass and meal ticket are offered as add-ons. The event is capped at 750 participants. Dogs are allowed at the event under the posted restrictions for trails, shuttles, and the resort. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
