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Hiawatha Spring Trail Run 2027

Date: Sunday, June 6, 2027
Start time: 6:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
Location: Taft, Montana
Entry fee: From $75 · goes up to $115 on Nov 16, 2026
Included with entry: Includes a shirt
Fundraising: Takes optional donations when you register

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Events and entry fees

Event	Distance	When	Entry fee	Cap
50K	50K	Jun 6, 20276:00 AM	$105$115 after Nov 16, 2026	–
25K	Other	Jun 6, 20276:30 AM	$95$105 after Nov 16, 2026	–
15K	15K	Jun 6, 20277:15 AM	$80$90 after Nov 16, 2026	–
10K	10K	Jun 6, 20278:00 AM	$75$85 after Nov 16, 2026	–
Hiawatha Spring Virtual RunVirtual	–	Jun 6, 20278:00 AM	$45	–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

The 50K fee goes up to $115 on Nov 16, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

50K: $105 until Nov 16, then $115 until Jan 16, then $125 until Apr 1, then $135 until May 16, then $150 until Jun 6.
25K: $95 until Nov 16, then $105 until Jan 16, then $115 until Apr 1, then $125 until May 16, then $135 until Jun 6.
15K: $80 until Nov 16, then $90 until Jan 16, then $100 until Apr 1, then $110 until May 16, then $125 until Jun 6.
10K: $75 until Nov 16, then $85 until Jan 16, then $95 until Apr 1, then $100 until May 16, then $105 until Jun 6.

Online registration closes Jun 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 50K in Montana runs 9:36:15, about 18:33 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 7:34:55 and men in 9:25:36.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 4:46 AM, and the 50K starts at 6:00 AM. The start sits about 4,960 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

47.396429, -115.635289, Taft, MT 59867

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Hiawatha Spring Trail Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

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Course

Course Maps

Cell Service: There is also NO CELL PHONE SERVICE at the start, finish, or along the course. ------------------------------------------------------------. Start / Finish: All race distances will start from East portal which is about 2…

Parking and travel

Athlete Guide

IMPORTANT NOTICE: MDT (Montana Department of Transportation) is doing work on I-90. The construction should have limited impacts on drivers exiting I-90 trying to get to the race. For any drivers leaving the race going home to the west…

Parking and travel

Spectator & Travel

Rules and FAQ

Refund Policy

Effective June 10, 2023. Refunds, Transfers, and Deferrals: Distance Transfers: A participant may transfer their registration to another distance that is not full within the same race at any time before the end of packet pick-up (i.e. 5k…

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Race details

Where: 47.396429, -115.635289, Taft, MT 59867Map
Course: Trail
Start elevation: About 4,960 feet
Included with entry: Finisher Shirt
Donations: Accepted when you register
Distances: 10K, 15K, 50K, Other
Editions: 2027 (Jun 6, 2027), 2026 (Jun 7, 2026), 2025 (Jun 8, 2025), 2024 (Jun 9, 2024), 2023 (Jun 11, 2023), 2022 (Jun 12, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is Hiawatha Spring Trail Run?: Sunday, June 6, 2027, starting at 6:00 AM.
How much does it cost?: Entry starts at $75 before processing fees, and rises to $115 on Nov 16, 2026.
When does registration close?: Online registration closes Jun 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Do runners get a shirt or medal?: Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?: Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?: 10K, 15K, 50K, Other.
Where does it start?: 47.396429, -115.635289, Taft, MT 59867.
Is there a course map?: Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

Experience a trail running adventure on the Route of the Hiawatha with a scenic out-and-back course featuring towering forests, rugged peaks, and historic train tunnels. Spring brings rushing waterfalls, vibrant greenery, and unforgettable mountain views.