Bitterroot Runoff Trail Runs | 5 & 10 Mile | April 19th, 2020

Registration Opens February 4th, 2020 at 8:00am

The Bitterroot Runoff Trail Runs are held on beautiful single track trails in the hills above Lolo, MT. There are two options – a 9.7 mile course and 5.2 mile course with a scrumptious post-race brunch at the finish line for racers. Come join us to kick off the beginning of trail running season in Montana!

“The racecourse and the surrounding scenery are absolutely gorgeous. What privilege to enjoy this amazing Montana landscape while enjoying the benefits of an extremely well-managed event.”

Jill5 Mile Finisher

“Bitterroot Runoff is a great way to get the trail running season started. The course is fast yet challenging, and on a good year, you might even get to see a few elk out there.”

Nico10 Mile Finisher

“Another top-notch Runner’s Edge event! I ran the 9.7-mile course and it was a great combination of tough climbs and fun descents.  From the supportive volunteers to the generous after race brunch, every detail was thought of.  I am looking forward to running this race again.”

Danelle10 Mile Finisher

Registration: 

2.4.20 – 2.29.20

  • 5mi | $40
  • 10mi | $50

3.1.20 – 4.17.20

  • 5mi | $47
  • 10mi | $57

4.18.20 – 4.19.20

  • 5mi | $52
  • 10mi | $62

*No Refunds or Transfers.  

Runners Receive:

  • A great event to kick off your trail racing season
  • Aid station stocked with Hammer Nutrition HEED and Hammer Gels
  • Chip timing and a live results kiosk at the finish line
  • Post-Race Brunch (You will have the option to buy extra brunch tickets for family and friends during registration.  The cost will be $5.)
  • Big Sky Brewing Beer or Virga Sparkling Water
  • Big Dipper Ice Cream
  • Post Race Massage from our friends at Sapphire Physical Therapy
  • 2020 Custom Bitterroot Runoff Neck Gaiter
  • 2020 Custom Bitterroot Runoff Finishers Award

Schedule:

Saturday:

  • 12:00pm-3:00pm: Packet pick up in the Runner’s Edge basement.

Sunday (Race Day):

  • 8:00am-8:45am: Packet pick up/Race day registration
  • 9:00am: 5 Mile race start*
  • 9:30am: 10 Mile race start – wave 1
  • 9:35am: 10 Mile race start – wave 2
  • 9:45am-12:30pm: Post-Race Brunch worthy of Paul Bunyan
  • 10:30am: 5 Mile Race Awards Ceremony
  • 12:00pm: 10 Mile Race Awards Ceremony

*Please be aware that the 5 mile starts before the 10 mile.

10 Mile Course | 1850 feet elevation gain

5 Mile Course:

Location:

Map to Start

This event is located on a private trail network just west of Lolo, MT.  Here is a map showing the parking area and start/finish line of the race.

Directions to start line from Missoula:

  • Head south on HWY 93.
  • At first stop light in Lolo, take a right onto Ridgeway Drive.
  • Quickly take your first right onto Coulter Pine St.
  • Follow along Coulter Pine for six tenths of a mile, then turn right onto Bristle Cone Pine.
  • You will head through a gate and into a field where parking and the start finish area of the races are located.

Parking is limited, please carpool if you can!

Results:

Questions?

Email anders@runnersedgemt.com 

Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support of this event!