Nitty Gritty Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- RegistrationStatus not confirmed yet
- Race dateNot announced yet
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- TBD Date not announced
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Unconfirmed Not verified yet
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- Six laps of a roughly 4.3-mile loop at Red Lodge Mountain
- About 900 to 1,200 feet of gain per lap
- No aid on course, refuel at the start each lap
- Bear spray required for every runner
- Dogs welcome on or off leash
Course
Each lap is about 4.3 miles with roughly 900 to 1,200 feet of gain, and the marathon covers six of them. The route changes every year and maps come out two weeks before the race.
There are no aid stations out on the loop. Runners refuel at the start line each lap, and bear spray is required for every participant.
About the Nitty Gritty Marathon
The Nitty Gritty is a low-key trail race run by Red Lodge Events at Red Lodge Mountain. Solo runners can take on a hot lap, half or full marathon, and teams of two to six can split the marathon as a relay.
Dogs are welcome on or off leash, and the base camp at the start and finish is the social center of the day.
Past Nitty Gritty Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, August 16, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
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Nitty Gritty Marathon FAQ
When is the Nitty Gritty Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Nitty Gritty Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
How do I track a runner in the Nitty Gritty Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Nitty Gritty Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Nitty Gritty Marathon results page.
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