Moonlight on Mt Ascension Trail Run
Helena, Montana, United States
Jun 19, 2026 - Friday
Ultra, 12hr
Race Information
The Moonlight on Mt. Ascension is the only event of its kind in Montana, brought to you by the Helena Ultra Runners League (HURL). The course is a modified figure 8 loop on Helena’s South Hills trails (Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge areas). Each figure 8 is 100% singletrack, 11.57 miles, and 2,645 feet of elevation gain per figure 8. You’ve got 12 hours to cover as many loops as possible.
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Big Sky views from a small-town start to an energetic downtown Billings finish
✅ Fast downhill course built for PRs
✅ Multiple race options including marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K
Chase a personal best at the Montana Marathon, a fast, scenic point-to-point course that drops over 1,000 feet from the rolling plains into downtown Billings. With wide-open Big Sky views and a Boston Qualifier–certified route, it’s the perfect blend of speed and unforgettable scenery.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1 - 100
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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