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Date:
Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location:
40060 Paws Up Road
Missoula County, Montana
59823
United States
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Links:
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13.1 Miles 2 Miles 5 Miles Run Trail Virtual

The Canine Classic is a trail hike/run for you and your dog(s) through the scenic trails at Paws Up! Participants can choose from Half-Marathon, 5-Mile, 2-Mile races or an untimed hike.

Dogs are welcome and encouraged to participate, and can do so off-leash on these trap-free lands.

The run takes you on mostly designated trails and some dirt roads. Runners can expect uneven trails especially through pasture area.

After the race enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch prepared by the amazing team at Paws Up. All race entries include one lunch coupon, a swag bag, and the opportunity to win some great prizes! Additional lunch coupons can be purchased the day of the race for $15.

The event is cupless. There will be four aid stations on the 13-mile course.

Event proceeds benefit Working Dogs for Conservation. Virtual Race option available! Download and send your results to [email protected] and receive your swag. See Registration information for dates and pricing.

Questions? Contact: Mindy at [email protected] (lodging, event information) OR Bre at [email protected] (race information)

Tentative Race Schedule

7:45 am Half-Marathon check in

8:00 am Half-Marathon starts

8:10 am Half marathon start with dogs

9:00 am 5-Mile check in

9:15 am 5-Mile starts

9:25 am 5-Mile with dogs

10:30 am 2-Mile starts

8:30 am-12:30 pm Course open to any untimed hike participants

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