Goats in the Dark
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Event overview
Goats In The Dark is a nighttime trail 5k set for August 28, 2026, in Helena, MT. The event distance is 5k. Headlamps are required. Early-bird registration is noted through May 31, and general registration closes on August 26.
Course and route
The course starts at the corner of LeGrande Cannon Blvd and Silverette St on Helena's far west side. It follows LeGrande Cannon Blvd east to the Tubbs Trailhead, then climbs switchbacks onto a loop using the Swaney, Diretissima, and Ambrose trails on Mount Helena's northwest flank. The singletrack section finishes on the Panhandle trail, which drops down to Reber Rd and returns to LeGrande Cannon Blvd for an approximately 1/4-mile run back to the start/finish area. Sunset views are visible before full darkness along portions of the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
