Moonlight On Mt Ascension Trail Run

JUN

19

2026

Run through the night on Montana's singletrack trails. This unique 12-hour event challenges you to complete as many 11.57-mile loops as you can on Mount Ascension. Wildlife sightings are part of the adventure.

Fri 19 Jun 2026

Helena, Montana

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12 miles

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Event Overview

The Moonlight on Mt. Ascension Trail Run is presented by the Helena Ultra Runners League (HURL). It is described as the only event of its kind in Montana.

Course & Format

The course is a modified figure-8 loop on trails in Helena’s South Hills, specifically the Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge areas. Each loop is 11.57 miles long on 100% singletrack, with 2,645 feet of elevation gain per loop. The event format allows participants 12 hours to complete as many loops as possible. It is a nighttime event.

Event Details

The run starts on a Friday evening and ends on Saturday morning. The course is in Mount Ascension City Park near Helena, Montana. The event is limited to 75 total runners. The organizers note that wildlife, including deer, black bear, and mountain lion, have been seen on these trails, and the terrain includes rocks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

12 mi

11.57 Miles per Figure-8 Loop