Sun, Apr 25, 2027

Expedition 12K Trail Race

Whitehall, MT

Opens Jan 15, 2027Annual since at least 2018

12K

About the Expedition 12K Trail Race

The course runs primarily on single-track trail through Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, with a handful of asphalt road crossings mixed in. Expect sharp turns, sweeping views over the Jefferson Valley, and serious elevation, both up and down. The trails are usually dry by race day, but spring weather in this part of Montana can shift quickly, so layers are worth packing.

Packet pickup is the day before at Bozeman Running Company, with a race-morning option at the park reserved for travelers who could not make it in. Parking is limited, so carpooling is strongly encouraged. The race is cupless, meaning you need to bring your own cup or hydration system for the aid stations on course. A post-race brunch is waiting at the finish.

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Expedition 12K Trail Race 2026 Results

Going by the 2026 results, this is a small, friendly field, with a competitive front end and a big recreational middle.

12K Results · 2026

218finishers

57:39winner

1:36:04median

3:23:49cutoff

Top 3: Andrew Newell (57:39) · Alex Moore (59:41) · Rory Egelus (1:00:31)

The Expedition 12K Trail Race has been held every year since at least 2018. That is as far back as RunSignup's records for this race go, so it may well be older.

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Median

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How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

Distances & Start Times

12K4/25/2027 09:00$65

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Common Questions About the Expedition 12K Trail Race

Will I finish last at the Expedition 12K Trail Race?

Almost certainly not. Half the 12K field finished slower than 1:36:04, and the last recorded finisher came in around 3:23:49, so there is a long tail of runners behind the middle of the pack. Most fields are far slower than people expect.

Is the Expedition 12K Trail Race a good first 12K?

A field of 218 is big enough that you will have company at your pace without feeling lost in a crowd. There is no qualifying time, and the finish-time spread above shows how varied the field really is. If it is your first 12K, that spread matters more than the winner's time.

How competitive is the Expedition 12K Trail Race?

The 12K winner ran 57:39 while the median finisher took 1:36:04. That spread points to a mixed field, with a competitive front and a big recreational middle.

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