Dinged to Blads Trail Runs
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Dinged to Blads Trail Runs : Helena, MT
Dinged to Blads Trail Runs is a trail running event in the McMaster Hills area just east of Helena, Montana. The course passes viewpoints of the Missouri River, Hauser Lake, the Big Belt Mountains, the Elkhorn Mountains and the Helena valley. The 2026 edition is organized as a trial run with free registration; the organizer plans an official race in 2027.
Distances offered:
- 50K: Big loop and small loop twice (Big, Small, Big, Small)
- 25K: Big loop plus small loop
- 14K: One lap of the Big loop
Course markings will be minimal for 2026: major intersections should have directions but the course will not be fully marked. One main aid station will be at the McMaster Hills East Trailhead with water and minimal snacks; additional water may be provided on the course if conditions are hot. Participants completing multiple loops will have water and snacks available at the start and finish area. Personal vehicles may be used as individual aid stations for participants' own needs.
Registration for the 2026 trial edition closes on September 17, 2026. Maps and more details are available from the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
