
Back Roads Half & 10k
Sun, Oct 4, 2026, 6:00 AM MDT
- Type
- Run
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Race feel
Discover the scenic beauty of Red Lodge, MT on rolling rural roads, perfect for a fall run with mountain views and a welcoming vibe.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Quirky
Great for
- Walkers Welcome
Embrace the beauty of Montana's back roads at the Back Roads Half & 10k. This fall event invites you to cruise on rolling rural roads, taking in stunning views of the Beartooth Mountains. Designed for everyone, it's a wonderful way to conclude your summer running season. Expect a mixed-surface course with gravel and some paved sections, featuring a few hills and a unique downhill trail finish. Walkers are welcome in the 10k, and strollers can join with some extra grit.
From the organizer
The main roads may be efficient but the back roads sure are beautiful. Take in the views of the Beartooth's as you cruise on rolling rural roads. This fall Half and 10k is a great way to wrap up your summer running season. We know it's cross country season so this race on is on Sunday so you can watch your kids run on Saturday and then show them what you've got on Sunday!
This is a race for everyone. Walkers welcome in the 10k. Sorry no dogs at this race as we go by lots of livestock and livestock guardian dogs. Both courses are on gravel with a few paved sections and minimal elevation gain....well there are 1 or 2 big hills, but after that, smooth sailing!
Strollers are welcome, but require some serious grit. There is a short steep hill on the 10k course in the first mile and a longer, less steep hill in the first mile of the half. Both races finish with a steep of trail downhill -strollers have 100% gone down this, but do so at their own risk. We do mark a turn on the 10k course that will bring you back to the start so you can do a 10k, finish at your car and drive to the proper finish for post-race fun! Please let us know if we can better accomodate you as a stroller pusher!
****We cannot accomodate strollers and/or car seats on the shuttles.****