42.195 km
Distance
520 m
Elevation Gain
4:22:00
Average Finish Time
1,200
Total Finishers
2007
Established
Rolling
Profile
Get Your Training Plan
Free, personalized for this race
Course & Elevation
The Missoula Marathon features a scenic loop course that takes runners through the heart of Montana's landscape. Starting and finishing at the University of Montana campus, the course winds through residential neighborhoods, crosses the Clark Fork River via the Higgins Avenue Bridge, and passes through downtown Missoula. The route combines urban running with natural beauty, offering views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
🌤️ Weather
Early summer weather in Missoula typically brings mild temperatures and low precipitation. Morning runs are cool with afternoon warming, creating favorable conditions for marathon running with minimal humidity.
Registration
Register Now
Official Website →
🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ The race starts and finishes on the University of Montana campus, one of the most picturesque college starts in American marathons
- ▸ Runners cross the historic Higgins Avenue Bridge, a iconic landmark visible from throughout Missoula
- ▸ The event is known for its strong local community support with residents lining the course to cheer runners
- ▸ Missoula's elevation of approximately 3,200 feet provides an ideal altitude for marathon training without extreme altitude challenges
Get race tips & guides in your inbox
Race tips, training guides, and the latest from 500+ races worldwide.