18th Annual Canine Classic at Paws Up
About the Event
The Canine Classic is a trail hike/run for you and your dog(s) through the scenic trails at Paws Up! Participants can choose from Half-Marathon, 5-Mile, 2-Mile races or an untimed hike.
Dogs are welcome and encouraged to participate, and can do so off-leash on these trap-free lands.
The run takes you on mostly designated trails and some dirt roads. Runners can expect uneven trails especially through pasture area.
After the race enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch prepared by the amazing team at Paws Up. All race entries include one lunch coupon, a swag bag, and the opportunity to win some great prizes! Additional lunch coupons can be purchased the day of the race for $15.
The event is cupless. There will be four aid stations on the 13-mile course.
Event proceeds benefit Working Dogs for Conservation. Virtual Race option available! Download and send your results to breanne@wd4c.org and receive your swag. See Registration information for dates and pricing.
Questions? Contact: Mindy at Mmarcum@pawsup.com (lodging, event information) OR Bre at breanne@wd4c.org (race information)
Tentative Race Schedule
7:45 am Half-Marathon check in
8:00 am Half-Marathon starts
8:10 am Half marathon start with dogs
9:00 am 5-Mile check in
9:15 am 5-Mile starts
9:25 am 5-Mile with dogs
10:30 am 2-Mile starts
8:30 am-12:30 pm Course open to any untimed hike participants
Join fellow runners on August 22, 2026 for the 18th Annual Canine Classic at Paws Up. It's a fantastic Half-Marathon, 8K, 3.2K featuring a flat and fast course in Greenough.
Races Offered
Running
Half-Marathon
Join us for a fun 13.1 miles through the woods, over the gorgeous terrain and pasture prairie, along Elk Creek to the Blackfoot River on the secure property and well-marked trails of the Resort at PawsUp. Dogs are welcome on or off leash on this trail and 4 aid stations with water are provided throughout this race. Your ticket price includes race timing, a gourmet barbeque buffet complete with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options, and some really fabulous swag and raffle prizes for you and your dog. All donations benefit Working Dogs for Conservation. It's such a fun event and we hope to see you there. Than you for helping to make a difference for conservation and rescue dogs! Approximately 1300 feet elevation gain
5-Mile
This 5-mile trail is fun and fabulous as you journey through an old gold mining forest and next to Elk Creek. Dogs are welcome on or off leash, and this route includes 1 aid station with water. Your ticket price includes race timing, as well as a gourmet barbeque buffet complete with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options, and some really fabulous swag and raffle prizes for you and your dog. All donations benefit Working Dogs for Conservation. Can't wait for you to join us for this fun event, truly like no other, and help rescue dogs and conservation! Approximately 500 feet elevation gain
2-Mile
This relaxing and family-friendly 2-mile run/walk trail is through a mostly shaded wooded trail. Dogs are welcome on or off leash for this course. Your ticket price includes race timing, as well as a gourmet barbeque buffet complete with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options, and some really fabulous swag and raffle prizes for you and your dog. All donations benefit Working Dogs for Conservation. Join us in making a difference for conservation while enjoying this beautiful property outdoors with us!
About Greenough
18th Annual Canine Classic at Paws Up takes place in Greenough, Montana, United States. The local timezone is America/Denver.
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