Trail Running calendar near Brighton 2025-2026

Hit the foothill dirt trails at Lory State Park on June 27 for the Timberview Trail Run with 10 mile, 5 mile and beginner friendly 5K options. Finish with pancakes, craft beer and finisher swag at this USATF sanctioned community favorite.

Silverheels Trail Runs in Como, Colorado feature distances from 10 miles to 100 miles on high alpine singletrack and fire roads, averaging over 10,000 feet. Rugged scenery, big climbs and thin air make this a true high altitude trail challe..

Take on the Barr Trail Mountain Race in Manitou Springs, Colorado, a rugged 12.6 miles up to Barr Camp on Pikes Peak terrain and back to the trailhead. Part of the Garden to Peak Challenge, this summer favorite fills fast so register early.

The Summit 200 is a 200 mile loop around Summit County Colorado that climbs into high alpine single track above 12,700 feet. Capped at 100 runners and requiring a prior 100 mile finish, it is a remote, high altitude test of endurance.

Join the Wild West Relay, a scenic point to point 200 miles across Colorado from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs. Run solo or with teams from 1 up to 12 people as you tackle mountain passes, open roads and big western views.

Run the Lory Summer Trail Series in August at Lory State Park: four midweek trail races from 5K to 12K with scenic climbs and friendly competition. Stay after each race for pizza, drinks and a free vintage shirt, plus series awards.

Run the Lory Summer Trail Series in August at Lory State Park: four midweek trail races from 5K to 12K with scenic climbs and friendly competition. Stay after each race for pizza, drinks and a free vintage shirt, plus series awards.

Run the Rockies Trail in Frisco, Colorado offers 5k, 10k and half marathon on scenic single track and dirt trails. Take in views of Dillon Reservoir and the Ten Mile Range with a lakeshore finish to cheer your arrival.

Run mountain trails in Fraser, Colorado on August 22, 2026 with a scenic high elevation half marathon or a friendly 5K along dirt roads. All proceeds benefit the Shining Stars Foundation and dogs on leash are welcome.

Staunton Rocks! Marathon and Half deliver high altitude singletrack through Staunton State Park, offering sweeping mountain views, alpine wildlife, and serious vertical gain. With just 150 spots per distance, this rugged trail run fills fas..

Challenge yourself on scenic Ridgeline Trail at Rock Hawk Trail Races on August 29, 2026 in Philip S. Miller Park, Castle Rock, CO. Choose from 5K to 50K distances, enjoy rolling terrain and finisher awards while supporting local trails.

Run the Cirque Series at Arapahoe Basin: a scenic 9.4 miles with 2,211 ft of climbing on high alpine trails around Montezuma and Little Lenawee. Finish in Mountain Goat Plaza with live music, food, and festival vibes.

Ned Ned Run in Nederland Colorado blends scenic trail and road running through the foothills, offering a half marathon, 10K and fun 5K for all abilities. Family friendly and costumes encouraged, with leashed dogs welcome in the 5K.

Join the Snow Mountain Ranch Trail Running Festival in Granby, CO for scenic high country trails and big mountain views. Choose 50K, 33K, half marathon, 10K or 5K and enjoy on site camping and bib pickup race day.

Experience the Black Squirrel Half Marathon at Lory State Park near Fort Collins on September 12, 2026. This 13.5 mile trail course features rolling singletrack with sweeping reservoir and mountain views and a pint glass plus pancake breakf..

Race to the summit of Pikes Peak on the historic Barr Trail in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Choose the full marathon up and down the 14,115 foot peak or the uphill Ascent for an epic alpine challenge and unforgettable views.

Race to the summit of Pikes Peak on the historic Barr Trail in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Choose the full marathon up and down the 14,115 foot peak or the uphill Ascent for an epic alpine challenge and unforgettable views.

Red Feather Trail Jamboree in Red Feather Lakes Colorado offers a weekend of scenic singletrack racing, camping and a community dinner at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. Choose 50 Mile, 50K or Half Marathon, capped at 500 runners.

Test your limits at 24 Hours of Palmer Lake, a low key community driven endurance run atop the Palmer Divide at 7,240 feet. Short loop laps keep the vibe close and the first ten to reach 100 miles earn an on site buckle.

The Bear Chase is a two day trail running festival at Bear Creek Lake Park on October 3 and 4, 2026. From ultras to fun 5K and 10K options, enjoy scenic single track loops with aid stations and live split tracking.