The longest running hillclimb in Montana was in Billings. Black Otter ran from 1955-1986 when condition of the road and safety issues finally forced the event to end. The first event that I could find in Montana though, was in 1954 in Virginia City (Montana-yes) Several clubs joined together and formed a challenge event between clubs that entailed rallies and a hillclimb. The fun went on from 1954 to at least 1965.

Montana is perfect for hillclimbs, with its’ great mountain ranges. Here is a list of the events I found:

Beacon Hill – Dillon 1964 (info soon)

Black Otter 1955-1986 (info soon)

Harding Way 1967-1969 (info soon)

Pioneer Mountain (NHA) 2012-2013 (info soon)

Red Mountain 1963-1965 (info soon)

Ryan Dam 1973 (info soon)

Virginia City (Montana) 1954-1965 (info soon)