Trail Running calendar near Brighton 2025-2026

Tackle the iconic Barr Trail Mountain Race, a scenic 12.6 mile climb and descent from Manitou Springs toward Pikes Peak. This summer Front Range classic delivers rugged alpine views and counts toward the Garden to Peak Challenge.

Take on the Summit 200, a breathtaking 200 mile loop around Summit County, Colorado that climbs above 12,700 feet and delivers about 40,000 feet of gain. Expect remote high altitude single track, sparse aid and an epic endurance challenge.

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 at Lory State Park in Fort Collins this August with four midweek trail races from a fast 5k to a testing 12k. Perfect for newcomers and speed seekers, with post race pizza, drinks, and 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.

Experience scenic high altitude trail running in Fraser, Colorado at the Byers Peak Stampede Half Marathon and 5K, a fundraiser for the Shining Stars Foundation. Tackle a challenging half above 9,500 ft or enjoy a dirt road 5K.

Challenge yourself on the scenic rolling trails of Philip S. Miller Park in Castle Rock at Rock Hawk Trail Races on August 29, 2026, with 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K distances. Organized by Aravaipa Running, the event supports local open spaces an..

Challenge yourself on the Cirque Series at Arapahoe Basin on September 5, 2026 in Keystone, Colorado. This scenic 9.4 mile mountain course with 2,211 ft of climbing delivers steep, technical trail and big alpine views in a capped field.

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.

Explore scenic mountain trails at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado with distances from 5K to 50K, rolling singletrack and big alpine views. Take on the Moosehead or Baby Moose challenge for extra bragging rights.

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.

Experience the Red Feather Trail Jamboree at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch with 50 mile, 50K and half marathon options across high elevation singletrack and technical mountain trails. Expect big views, wildlife and well stocked aid stations.

Push your limits in a community driven 24 hour endurance run on the scenic Palmer Divide near Palmer Lake, CO on Sept 26, 2026. Loop the 0.82 mile course, chase distance awards and support local parks with every entry.

Run singletrack and crusher fine trails at Bear Creek Lake Park during the Bear Chase Race festival on October 3 to 4, 2026. Distances from 5K to 100K offer looped courses, plentiful aid stations, and a welcoming trail community.

Scenic Front Range trails through aspen, lodgepole pine and red rock await at Indian Creek Trail Runs near Sedalia, Colorado. Routes from 5 to 50 mile and 55k in a small field capped at 225, with staffed aid and a unique finisher award.