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Trail Rail Run

Sat June 21, 2025 St. Regis, MT 59866 US Directions

Trail Rail Run

All proceeds from the Trail Rail Run go directly towards enhancing the trail and supporting organizations like Friends of the Olympians. These funds help with vital projects such as preserving and refurbishing historic trestles along the route! Whether you’re a runner or prefer to support from the sidelines, we welcome donations of any size to help maintain and improve the trail for ourselves, others, and future generations to enjoy!

The Saltese Trestle: A Historic Gem on the Route of the Olympian Trail

The Saltese Trestle is a striking feature along the Trail Rail Run, situated on the Route of the Olympian Trail. Restoring this continuous trail from an abandoned railroad grade has been a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. After the Milwaukee railroad abandoned the route, it was divided into various private and public segments. Thanks to combined efforts by the USFS and local organizations, it has been reconnected.

The Saltese Trestle is essential for the Route of the Olympian Trail, bridging the gap over private land. Previously owned by a private landowner, the trestle has seen little to no maintenance for many years and is now in need of refurbishment. This is crucial to ensure it remains a part of our recreational landscape for future generations.

If the Saltese Trestle were to disappear, the Route of the Olympian would no longer be continuous. The trestle spans private land, and without it, connectivity would be lost. The Montana Nightriders Snowmobile Club, the new owners of the trestle, are working with the Superior Ranger District to repair it and eventually transfer it to the USFS. To support this effort, members of the Montana Nightriders and other interested parties formed Friends of the Olympian Trail.

You Can Help!

When registering for the Trail Rail Run, you now have the opportunity to donate to Friends of the Olympian Trail. This non-profit group is dedicated to maintaining the Route of the Olympian Trail, with a primary focus on saving the Saltese Trestle. Their mission statement is:

“To non-exclusively fund, maintain, and serve all aspects of the Route of the Olympian Trail system for all users. Recognizing the Saltese Trestle as critical to the trail’s connectivity, our initial goal is to repair and renovate the trestle.”

50 Mile and 50K runners will get the chance to cross the majestic Saltese Trestle. It’s a beautiful and iconic part of the Route of the Olympian. Enjoy the view and the sense of history as you run!

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