Headwaters Relay 2026

The Headwaters Relay is a 3 day, team run, team-supported, adventure race that goes through the backcountry of Montana. There are no aid stations. The exchange points are not marked and are found by following written leg descriptions. Legs very in difficulty and terrain, and range from 1 to 6 miles. Each day has a definitive start and end point, and overall team time is a compilation of cumulative time from all legs. Runners do not run through the night. Every team runner must run a minimum of one leg per day. ​ Due to Forest Service permits, we are limited to a field of 26 teams, with preference given to teams that ran the previous year. Team size ranges from 4 to 10 runners.  ​   Team size: ULTRA TEAM 3-5 Runners ($1000 per team) STANDARD TEAM 6-10 runners ($1500 per team) ​ Teams choose their own name Teams must have one designated team captain Teams are responsible for their own support and aid along the way, including liquids, food, navigation, and anything else to keep their runn