5 running events in Lewis and Clark County, Montana

The 2026 Annual Montana Warrior Run, held at Spring Meadow State Park is back for the 2026 year!

This Impact Montana event gathers runners and warriors alike, spreads awareness, and strengthens communities. Funds from this event go back into the community by supporting veterans, first responders, and their families while connecting them with vital resources.

This year's race will include a 10K, 5K, 1Mile Run, and Trifecta. Trifectas can be complete by running all three races simultaneously.

• All current Military and Veteran ID Card Holders will receive a $10 discount by using code SMVFRF2026 at checkout.

• All youth and children under the age of 17 are also eligible for a $10 discount, by using code Youth2026 at checkout.

All race participants will receive an Impact Montana participant souvenir and medals will be awarded to top three men/women/youth (12 and under unisex) in each event (Trifecta, 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile).

LOCATION OF EVENT IN HELENA WILL BE AT SPRING MEADOW STATE PARK (SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON ACCOMMODATIONS) AND WE WILL BE STAGING AT SPRING MEADOW STATE PARK’S EVENT PAVILION. EARLY PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE AT TANGEN PROPERTIES (1430 N. MONTANA AVE, STE F) FROM 4-6:30PM ON FRIDAY APRIL 18th.

Impact Montana, Inc reserves the right to adjust location, categories and awards based on participant entry and meeting community health standards. Any changes will be announced on this page and on our Facebook page as soon as possible.

If you would like to sponsor a participant, or sponsor the event, click the "Donate" button at the top of this page. Donations can also be made directly to Impact Montana's website at: https://impactmontana.org/

York 38 Special

The York Community is excited to announce this year’s York 38 Special is Saturday, August 15. The 38 Special is our volunteer fire department’s annual fundraiser.

The 38 Special bike race features three race options, each traversing spectacular scenery through the Big Belt Mountains. The course includes incredible mountain overlooks, rugged canyons, and three creek crossings.

The 38-mile race includes the Bear Trap and Trout Creek options. Both routes are on gravel and dirt single track roads, gaining at least 3,000 vertical feet. The Trout Creek option includes the beautiful Trout Creek Canyon single track route. Riders choosing the Bear Trap route will climb an extra 1,000 feet on rugged single track, then drop 2,000 feet back on to York Road. The Spirit of 76 race is two loops around the Trout Creek route for the ultimate challenge! Six aid stations are spread throughout the course, and each is staffed with volunteers and emergency medical personnel.

A family ride is offered, the Lucky 13, which is a moderate “out and back” route to Vigilante Campground. About half of the route is paved. An Aid station & porta potty are available on this route as well!

UPDATED START TIMES - All Spirit of 76 and York 38 Special Trout Creek and Bear Trap riders may start at 6 am and must start by 8 am. No numbers will be issued after 8 am. Any rider that starts later than 8 am and has no number will be considered unsupported. Lucky 13 riders may start between 9 and 10 am.

We also offer a virtual option for those who cannot make race day.

York 38 Special Virtual Race

Register

Racers must submit times by Aug. 14th. Submit Virtual Results

Here's how it works:

Select any 38-mile stretch to complete your virtual bike race. Track your time and route with a GPS app and submit via our website link. We're also featuring a "combo race" for multi-talented athletes. For this race, track your times and locales for each section and submit your files and photos via our website link.

Plaques will be awarded to male and female winners in the following categories:

Screamin' Fast 38-Mile Race (Fastest time)

Busta Hump 38-Mile Race (Most elevation gain)

And finally, the

Awesome Fitness Junkie Combo

38 miles of your choice including multiple disciplines, i.e. bike, run, hike, swim, paddleboard, skydive, etc. in the same week! (Ok, we're just kidding on the skydiving, but you get the point).

All Virtual participants receive a swag bag.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact us at [email protected].

Thank you,

York 38 Special Volunteers