Trail Running calendar near Aspen 2026-2027

Experience the historic Race Across the Sky in the Colorado Rockies. This legendary 100 mile ultramarathon features over 15,000 feet of elevation gain reaching heights of 12,626 feet.

Experience the high-altitude scenery of Leadville on this 10K course, which follows the first and final miles of the famous LT100 Run. With a single aid station and awards for top finishers, it's a classic mountain run. Registration is open..

Test your endurance at Snow Mountain Ranch with a 60 hour challenge on a 10 mile mountain trail loop. This all inclusive event features lodging, meals, and recovery support as you aim for milestones up to 100 miles.

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.

A mountain trail half marathon and a mostly downhill 5.6K in Arrowhead on August 22, 2026, featuring single-track terrain, a 9,560 ft summit, aid stations on the half, and age-group awards.

Experience a 40 mile point to point ultramarathon through the Elk Mountains from Crested Butte to Aspen. This high alpine challenge features 6000 feet of elevation gain and supports local recreational non-profit initiatives.

Experience a high altitude mountain run at Arapahoe Basin covering 9.4 miles and 2,211 feet of vertical gain. Runners summit Little Lenawee peak and finish with live music and professional photos at Mountain Goat Plaza.

Experience high altitude trail running at the Snow Mountain Ranch Trail Running Festival in Granby. Choose from distances ranging from 5 km to 50 km on scenic dirt and grass paths reaching nearly 10000 feet in elevation.

Mountain trail races in Empire, Colorado offering 50K and 22K point to point courses with high altitude and substantial elevation gain. Prior ultra experience is required for the 50K and cut off times are enforced.

Experience a scenic trail run through sage brush and ponderosa pines in the Rocky Mountains. Choose between a half marathon or 10k distance with stunning views of the Collegiate Peaks in Buena Vista.

A trail race on Meadow Mountain in Minturn, Colorado featuring 11K and 5K routes across mountain meadows, historic sites, technical singletrack, aid stations offering water and Skratch hydration, and age group awards.

Discover the scenic Elk Mountains in Marble Colorado with trail races ranging from a 25 km loop to a kids fun run. Support a local charter school while enjoying peak fall colors and a post race barbecue meal.

Experience the mountain ridges and meadows of Gunnison National Forest at the Crested Butte Ultra. Choose between 35K, 55K, and 50 mile distances on single track trails with stunning fall foliage.

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.

This bucket-list half marathon runs from Snowmass to downtown Aspen on the scenic Government Trail. It sells out quickly, with registration opening each May for the late September race.

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.

Experience the autumn colors of Colorado during this scenic 5K trail run. Participants race through Breckenridge's mountain trails before finishing at a historic downtown festival featuring traditional music and food.

Experience a high alpine 50k through the Colorado Trail and Sawatch Range. This mountain course features a significant climb to 13,150 feet with panoramic views of the Arkansas River Valley and Mount Princeton.

Two fall trail races in Buena Vista Colorado featuring river and mountain views. The 14K includes significant climbing while the 5K runs through Buena Vista River Park and finishes at Vendor Village.

A trail race at Hartman Rocks near Gunnison, Colorado offering 50K, 28K and 15K across slickrock, singletrack and rolling terrain with wide mountain views. The event includes participant swag and partners supporting youth and womxn trail pr..