John Colter Run.

🏃‍♂️ Race Day Details

• Date: September 20, 2025
• Start Time: 9:00 am sharp
• Location: Missouri Headwaters State Park – one mile south of Trident and about 6 miles northeast of Three Forks, MT
• Parking: Limited: please carpool

🏞️ The Course

• Distance: Approximately 7 miles long
• Surface: First 1.5 miles on paved/gravel country road and remaining 5.5 miles on rugged trails
• Features: Two railroad crossings with a crossing guard
• Trail Markings: Rock cairns, flags, stakes, skulls, bones, and beer bottles

Water Crossings

• Distance: Last ¼ mile includes two water crossings
• Conditions: Mud can be knee deep: shoes should be tied tight
• Safety: A safety rope secured across the Gallatin River
• Prepare: Bring an extra change of clothes for the awards ceremony and refreshments

🎁 Prizes and Awards

• Prize for Speed: First 50 runners beating "John Colter" to the Beaver Dam win a “special prize”
• Finish Awards: Top male and female overall, age group winners, youngest and oldest runner
• Post-Race Celebration: Join us for a barbeque with beer and live music!
• Special Awards: To recognize those deserving of special mention!

⚠️ Important Info

• Bib Transfer Policy: Race bibs cannot be sold or given to others
• Participant Limit: 300 participants – registration opens on April 1, 2025
• No Refund: Entry fees are non-refundable
• Shirt Policy: Race shirts are awarded only to finishers

⏳ Cancellation Policy

• Extraordinary Circumstances: 50% of the entry fee refunded if canceled due to fire or pandemic
• Donations: You may choose to donate your fee: proceeds will support Headwaters State Park
• Race Assurance: We commit to conducting the event unless faced with uncontrollable circumstances

🚫 Race Regulations

• Walkers: Not permitted due to time constraints
• Pets: No dogs allowed on the race course
• Water Station: One located approximately 4 miles into the race
• Facilities: Porta Potties available at the start area only

🌟 Special Thanks

• Headwaters State Park
• BNSF
• GCC
• Other supporting sponsors

For more details and to register, please visit the race website.