2027 Run Bear Lake - Idaho

The Run Bear Lake half marathon is one leg of a three-state Trifecta, held over consecutive days in early June across Wyoming, Idaho, and Utah. The Idaho race starts in Paris, a small town with genuine hometown hospitality, and the course unfolds on quiet roads with the lake and surrounding hills as a constant backdrop.

With a median field of around 150 finishers and a recent field of about 170, this is an intimate event where you're never lost in a crowd. Yet runners travel from roughly 38 states to take part, drawn by the rare chance to collect three states in three days. The half marathon itself is run on paved roads with minimal elevation change, making it a relaxed, scenic effort rather than a punishing climb.

Expect cool, dry June mornings—temperatures typically range from the low 40s to low 70s—and a low-key atmosphere that puts the focus on the landscape and the challenge. The Trifecta format adds a layer of camaraderie, as runners toe the line day after day in different states. It's a race for those who value scenery, small-town charm, and the satisfaction of a multi-state running adventure.