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Mount Jumbo Elk Ramble 15K
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Mount Jumbo Elk Ramble 15K
Registration for 2026 opens July 30!
Experience the only organized trail race on Mt. Jumbo! Join Run Wild Missoula for the Mount Jumbo Elk Ramble 15K Trail Race on November 7, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure on one of Missoula’s most iconic trails.
As part of this exclusive event, you will experience stunning landscapes as you traverse the winter home of the Mt. Jumbo elk herd. The Mount Jumbo Wildlife Management Area closes to all recreation on December 1st – take this chance to practice responsible recreation on Missoula’s Conservation & Open Space Lands and welcome the wildlife herds back to Jumbo!
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November 7, 2026 |
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10:00 AM |
Start Location: |
Hellgate Soccer Fields |
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- $45 July 30 – October 7th
- $55 October 8th- November 7th
*Run Wild Missoula members receive $3 discount!
*The in-person race is capped at 300 participants.
RWM is unable to facilitate a wait list for this event.
As outlined in the race waiver & acknowledgement, entry fees are non-transferable and non-deferrable. To view the RWM race cancellation policy, click here.
Friday, November 6: 3:00 PM to 5:45 PM at RWM HQ; 125 E Main St.
Saturday, November 7: 8:30-9:45 AM at Race Start at Hellgate Soccer Fields (1630 Lincoln Hills Drive, Missoula)
Bib pickup will end promptly at 9:50am. We will not be able to provide you a bib number after 9:50am.
Start/Finish Location: Hellgate Soccer Fields
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- Map To Hellgate Soccer Fields: Click Here
Start Time: 10:00am
Parking: Hellgate Soccer Fields; Street parking. Carpooling and biking are strongly encouraged!
Time Limit: The course will be open for 3 hours, from the 10:00 AM start through 1:00 PM
Cupless Event! Aid stations and the start/finish area will not have disposable cups. You can carry a hand-held water bottle or hydration pack if you would prefer. Plenty of water and sports drink will be available from which you can fill your cup or hydration device.
Per Run Wild Missoula event policies, dogs are not allowed to participate in this event with the exception of ADA Service Animals. Service animals must be on non-retractable, 6 foot or less leash.
All participants will receive:
- Chip timing
- Custom Bib
- On-course aid
- Custom Elk Ramble Collectible Dog Tag (picture coming soon)
- Collect your adventure! Each participant receives a custom Elk Ramble dog tag featuring the race name and year, designed to be collected year after year.
- Post-race baked potato and cheddar roll provided by Texas Roadhouse!
Start and finish at the Hellgate soccer fields on Lincoln Hills Road. 15K(ish) trail race on City Conservation & Open Space Lands in the North Zone of Mount Jumbo.
Aid Stations: Each aid station will have porta potties, water, and gels.
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- Mile 1.75
- Mile 4
- Mile 8.25
Age Groups & Awards:
- Top 3 Overall (Female, Male, Non-binary)
- First in Each Age Group
- 19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
We couldn’t make the Elk Ramble happen without you! We deeply appreciate the time, energy, and effort our volunteers give to make our races awesome!
Volunteer Positions will open in October! Stay tuned!
35 lucky participants have the chance to traverse the same Elk Ramble 15k Course on their own time!
Registration:
- $40 July 30 at 8:00 AM – November 16 at 11:59 PM
- *The VIRTUAL race is capped at 35 participants; there will not be a wait list; there will not be an option to transfer or defer.*
- Click here to learn more about our refund policy.
Run/Walk the Elk Ramble 15k Course anytime between October 26 and November 16th! (Virtual Participants are NOT permitted to complete the course during the in-person Elk Ramble from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Saturday, November 7 ).
Record your time and submit your virtual results up until November 16th at 11:59 PM MST on RunSignUp.
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR VIRTUAL RESULTS
- Log in to your RunSignUp account
- Select “Profile” at the top right of the webpage
- Scroll down to “Upcoming Races” and click on “Submit Virtual Results”
- Submit your activity!
Don’t forget to document your adventure and tag @runwildmissoula on social media!
Virtual participants will receive their race swag, but will not receive a race bib. Pick up at Run Wild Missoula HQ; 125 E. Main St. during business hours, 10am-4pm. Please call or email if you are unable to make it during scheduled business hours.
Questions about the Virtual Elk Ramble? Email Marina
As outlined in the race waiver & acknowledgement, entry fees are non-transferable and non-deferrable. To view the RWM race cancellation policy, click here.
Since 1972, Five Valleys Land Trust has worked to protect western Montana’s natural legacy – our river corridors, wildlife habitat, agricultural lands, and community open spaces. This includes beloved landmarks such as Mount Jumbo, Mount Dean Stone, the Alberton Gorge, and Rock Creek, as well as nearly 200 private conservation properties. Your donation to Five Valleys will aid in the development of area trails and the permanent protection of open spaces. To donate visit: fvlt.org.
JESSICA ZEPHYRS
Jessica Zephyrs is a runner and cyclist who prioritizes fun and adventure over training and stats. A long-time volunteer and member of Run Wild Missoula, Jess can often be found plodding along Missoula’s trails but never on Strava.
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