DON’T FENCE ME IN TRAIL RUN
Sat, May 9, 2026, 3:00 AM MDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Celebrate community and conservation on the trails of Helena, Montana, supporting the Prickly Pear Land Trust.
- Fun
- Scenic
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
For a CauseThe Don't Fence Me In Trail Run is a heartfelt celebration of community and the joy of trail running in Helena, Montana. This event, founded by volunteers, highlights the open lands and trails preserved by Prickly Pear Land Trust. Every step taken and dollar raised directly supports their vital mission to protect these breathtaking natural spaces. Join thousands of runners for a meaningful experience that contributes to conservation.
What to expect
- * Experience a grassroots celebration of community and connection on Helena's trails.
- * Run the challenging 50K distance through mountainous terrain.
- * Contribute directly to the preservation of local open spaces and trails.
Standout details
- Grassroots community celebration
- Supports Prickly Pear Land Trust
- Showcases protected open lands and trails
- Mountainous trail running
Perks & features
- After-Party
After-PartyFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Course surface
Trail
Pulled from words in the public listing. Helpful hint only, not a course rating.
Distances & registration
4 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
50K
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 3:00 AM MDT
6d 19h 46m leftRace
Closes May 9, 2026, 3:00 AM MDT · From $144.33
25K
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 4:00 AM MDT
6d 20h 46m leftRace
Closes May 9, 2026, 4:00 AM MDT · From $91.43
12K
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 6:00 AM MDT
6d 22h 46m leftRace
Closes May 9, 2026, 6:00 AM MDT · From $54.40
5K
1 option · closes May 9, 2026, 6:30 AM MDT
6d 23h 16m leftRace
Closes May 9, 2026, 6:30 AM MDT · From $38.53
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
The Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run is so much more than a race – it’s a grassroots celebration ofThe Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run is so much more than a race – it’s a grassroots celebration of community, connection, and Happy Trails. Don't Fence Me In was founded in 2000 by volunteers to showcase the open lands and trails protected by Prickly Pear Land Trust. We now offer an event for every trail lover, with four races and two noncompetitive walks. Plus, every stride you take and every dollar raised directly supports Prickly Pear Land Trust's mission to preserve and protect the breathtaking trails and open spaces we all cherish. Join the thousands who make this event an unforgettable part of the Helena experience.
LACE UP, HIT THE TRAILS, AND RUN FOR CONSERVATION