Dinged to Blads Trail Runs
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Dinged to Blads Trail Runs, Helena MT
Scheduled for September 19, 2026 in the McMaster Hills east of Helena, Montana, this trail event offers three course options on singletrack and connector trails with varied terrain and scenic views.
The course passes overlooks of the Missouri River, Hauser Lake, the Big Belt Mountains, the Elkhorn Mountains and the Helena valley. At one point on the course runners may enter the Missouri River for a brief swim.
Distances
- 14K Complete one lap of the BIG LOOP
- 25K Complete the BIG LOOP and the SMALL LOOP
- 50K Complete the BIG LOOP and the SMALL LOOP twice (Big, Small, Big, Small)
The 2026 edition is a trial run with free registration; the organizer intends to develop an official race in 2027. Registration closes September 17, 2026.
Course markings will be minimal for 2026; major intersections should have directional signs but the route will not be fully marked. One main aid station will be at the McMaster Hills East Trailhead offering water and minimal snacks, with possible additional water if conditions are hot. For runners on multiple loops there will be water and snacks available at the start and finish area, and participants may use a personal vehicle as an aid station. Water and snack access is listed at 3.1 mi, 9.3 mi, 12.5 mi, 15.6 mi, 18.6 mi, 24.9 mi, 28.1 mi and 31.1 mi. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
