Trail Running calendar near Buffalo Creek 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 Pikes Peak Ultra in Colorado Springs on July 25, 2026, with distances from 20K to 50 Mile starting and finishing at Bear Creek Regional Park. Expect scenic trail climbs, Pikes Peak views and a true mountain test for trail runners.

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.

Sheep Mountain Trail Runs in Fairplay Colorado offers 50 mile, 50k and half marathon courses across technical singletrack and alpine roads averaging over 10,600 ft. Expect sweeping mountain views, tough terrain and variable August weather.

Run the Rockies Trail in Frisco, Colorado is a scenic 5k, 10k and half marathon on single track and dirt roads with views of Dillon Reservoir and the Ten Mile Range and a lakeshore finish. The half gets new single track in 2026.

The Leadville Trail 100 Run is a legendary 100 mile ultramarathon in the Colorado Rockies that tests runners at high altitude with climbs to Hope Pass and sweeping mountain trails. Iconic belt buckles await finishers who make the 25 or 30 h..

Run mountain trails above 8,700 feet in Fraser, Colorado with a scenic half marathon or 5K on dirt roads. Aid stations and community packet pick up precede an event that benefits the Shining Stars Foundation.

Choose from 50K, 25K, 10K or 5K on rolling singletrack and multiuse trails with sweeping views at Philip S. Miller Park in Castle Rock, Colorado. Portions of proceeds support Castle Rock open space and local charities.

Front Range Ultra Dayze invites ultrarunners to a multi day looped trail festival along River's Edge in Loveland, Colorado, offering timed and distance events from 12 hour to 200 mile. Enjoy scenic two mile loops, around the clock aid, camp..

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.

High alpine trail festival at YMCA of the Rockies in Granby, CO offering 5K to 50K races, plus Moosehead and Baby Moose challenge options. Expect dirt singletrack, big climbs and sweeping mountain views for all abilities.

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.

Run rolling single track and forest roads around Buena Vista, Colorado, with sweeping Collegiate Peaks views. Choose a 30K or 50K and soak up 14er Fest vibes with camping, live music and local vendors.

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.

Explore seldom used single track on the Front Range at the 13th annual Indian Creek Trail Runs, with 5, 15, 55k and 50 Mile options. Scenic red rock views, varied terrain and a small field make for an unforgettable fall challenge.