Trail Running calendar near Aspen 2026-2027

Historic pack burro race in Leadville, Colorado at over 10,000 feet, with a long out and back of about 21 miles toward Mosquito Pass and a shorter 6 to 8 mile course. Teams pair one runner with one burro.

A running event at Carter Park in Breckenridge on August 12, 2026 offering short and long course entries in Adult, Youth and Non-Binary Open divisions with published entry fees.

Summit Grays and Torreys Peaks in this 8.8 mile Colorado endurance event. Participants must carry a 20lb dry load while tackling 4,101 feet of elevation gain.

A 10 km out and back in Leadville on August 16, 2026 that uses the opening and closing sections of the LT100 Run course. Aid at the turnaround and liquids on the Courthouse lawn, minimum age 12, general registration open.

A 60 hour endurance challenge at Snow Mountain Ranch where runners repeat a 10 mile trail loop to reach milestone distances. Entry includes lodging, meals, training and recovery services.

A high-elevation, approximately 100-mile out-and-back ultramarathon in Leadville, Colorado, featuring Hope Pass and over 15,000 feet of climbing. The event uses an entry lottery and includes 11 aid stations, pacer allowance, and buckle awar..

Experience a high altitude trail run through the Rocky Mountains on 100 percent unpaved roads and trails. This dog friendly event in Fraser supports children facing cancer through the Shining Stars Foundation.

Trail races in Arrowhead, Colorado on August 22, 2026 include a 13.3 mile half marathon with 2,844 ft of climbing and a mostly downhill 5.6K. Courses run mostly on single track and finish at Arrowhead Village with awards and post race food.

A 40 mile point to point mountain ultramarathon from Crested Butte to Aspen across the Elk Mountains with over 6,000 feet of climb, organized as a fundraiser for Crested Butte Nordic and requiring specific backcountry gear.

A 9.4-mile, 2,211 ft mountain trail race at Arapahoe Basin on September 5, 2026, capped at 700 runners. The course climbs from Mountain Goat Plaza to Little Lenawee summit and returns via alpine and singletrack trails, finishing with music..

Trail running at Snow Mountain Ranch near Granby, Colorado, with 50K, 33K, half marathon, 10K and 5K on dirt trails through aspen groves and mountain views. Courses are high altitude with aid stations and a cupless race policy.

Point-to-point trail races in Empire, Colorado offering 50K and 22K courses at high altitude with 100% dirt singletrack and substantial climbing. Prior ultra experience is required for the 50K and registration closes Sep 8.

A women's trail running event in Buena Vista, Colorado offering a Half Marathon and a 10k on mountain trails with views of the Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River. Organized by Trail Sisters to increase women’s participation in trail ru..

A trail race on Meadow Mountain in Minturn, Colorado offering an 11K and a 5K route across singletrack and meadows with stream crossings, scenic mountain views, on-course aid stations, and finish-line t-shirts and refreshments.

A fall mountain event on September 13, 2026 featuring a 25K loop past Crystal Mill, an 8 mile Quarry Climb, and a 2.5K kids run, with a post-race BBQ and proceeds benefiting Marble Charter School.

Mountain trail ultramarathons in Crested Butte, Colorado on September 26, 2026 offer 35K, 55K and 50 Mile courses across alpine meadows and ridges. Aid stations are cupless and the event starts and finishes at Crested Butte Community School..

Experience desert style single track and forest roads with views of the Collegiate Peaks in Buena Vista. Choose between 50k or 30k distances as part of the multi sport 14er Fest.

A scenic half marathon from Fanny Hill in Snowmass along the Government Trail through Aspen groves to Koch Lumber Park in downtown Aspen. Registration opens April 28, 2026; in store $80, online $105.

A point to point trail race from Vail to Minturn with 26K and 14K courses across Vail Mountain. Both routes feature alpine singletrack, scenic views of Mt. Holy Cross, staffed aid stations and a post race lunch voucher.

A *5K* trail run on Town of Breckenridge Trails that finishes at Blue River Plaza on Main Street during Breckenridge Oktoberfest. Field limited to 300 runners; first 250 registrants receive a long-sleeve technical tee and 21+ entrants get a..