Race Information
The Snowbowl 15K is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM MDT. Registration opens May 6, 2026, at 8:00 AM MDT.
Course Description
The beautiful loop course starts and finishes in the Snowbowl base area. It covers 9.3 miles with 4.65 miles of climbing on a mixture of dirt and double track roads, reaching the aid station at the top of Grizzly Chair. The descent is a 4.65-mile stretch down Beargrass Highway single track. The race features 2,150 ft of climbing and 2,150 ft of descending.
Runner's Receive
- A well-marked course
- Fantastic views of the Missoula Valley and Rattlesnake mountains
- Chip Timing
- Custom Race Bib with name on bib
- Stylish Snowbowl 15K t-shirt
- Post-race lunch catered by Snowbowl
- Well-earned Big Sky Brewing beer (or sparkling water) at the finish line.
Registration Pricing
- May 6 - June 30, 2026: $50
- July 1 - July 31, 2026: $55
- August 1 - August 8, 2026: $65
Note: No refunds, deferrals, or transfers. The Snowbowl 15k is capped at 250 participants.
Schedule
- Friday, August 7, 2026: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Packet Pick Up at Runner’s Edge basement.
- Saturday, August 8, 2026:
- 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM: Packet Pick Up at Snowbowl Base Area
- 8:30 AM: Race Start
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Post Race Lunch
- 11:30 AM: Awards Ceremony
- 12:00 PM: Course Closed
Location
The Snowbowl 15k takes place at the Montana Snowbowl. The start/finish line is right next to the lodge.
Make a Day of it! Bring the whole family for the race and stay for the zipline and huckleberries!
Contact Information
For questions, please email [email protected].
