Copper Kings 100
Butte, Montana, United States
Jun 26-27, 2026 - Friday to Saturday
100mi, Ultra
Race Information
In the late 1880s Butte boomed as a mining town, it was once called The Richest Hill on Earth. The mine owners battled for control of the profits, and the most successful mine owners were known as the Copper Kings.
The 100 mile loop course starts and ends in Butte and includes 63 miles of sweet Continental Divide Trail goodness. The elevation at the start is 5,650 ft, the highest point is at 8,400 feet, and you will enjoy a total of 14,426 feet of vertical gain and loss.
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π Why We Like This Run
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Big Sky views from a small-town start to an energetic downtown Billings finish
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Fast downhill course built for PRs
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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 Qualifierβcertified route, itβs the perfect blend of speed and unforgettable scenery.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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