Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend
Yellowstone Half Marathon offers rugged beauty and a unique trail experience near a national park.
Race Date
Jun 13, 2026
Location
West Yellowstone, MT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Location
- West Yellowstone, Montana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 16,291
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Yellowstone Half Marathon, first run in 2014 and now in its 11th edition, draws runners from across the country to the stunning landscapes near West Yellowstone, Montana. While the median field size hovers around 950 finishers, the race offers a distinct experience from typical road races, with a community atmosphere fostered by organizer Vacation Races.
This event is not designed for personal bests; instead, runners are encouraged to embrace the beauty. The course is a challenging mix of pavement, dirt roads, crushed gravel, and technical trails, featuring significant climbs and rocky descents. Participants should prepare for the altitude and wear appropriate trail shoes for the rugged terrain. Aid stations are plentiful and well-stocked, ensuring support throughout the adventure.
Beyond the course, the race provides perks often absent in larger events, such as convenient parking, pre-race amenities like hot cocoa, and even bear spray training. Free race photos capture the memorable journey, and the finish line celebration is a fitting reward for conquering this unique, scenic half marathon.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Mountain, Park
Surface
Dirt Trail, Paved
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
Solid Pick5312 years running
~894 finishers a year
shrinking
3% returning runners
2 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:16:45
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
39°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
56%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 16,291 finishers actually crossed the line across 12 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
16,291
Median time
2:35:56
Latest turnout
755
States
51
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend?
The Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Where does the Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend take place?
It takes place in West Yellowstone, Montana.
What distances does the Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend course flat and good for a PR?
The Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend is a hilly, out & back course.
How many people run the Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend?
HalfRuns has finish records for 16,291 runners who have completed the Yellowstone Half Marathon Weekend.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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