Trail Running calendar near Cañon City 2026-2027

Discover the technical singletrack and sandstone bluffs of Palmer Park in Colorado Springs. This scenic event offers distances from 5K to 50K with stunning views of Pikes Peak and the city below.

A multi-distance trail running event at Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort in Cañon City on April 25, 2026, featuring rim views above the Arkansas River, aid stations, drop-bag service, and an accompanying bike ride the following day.

Falcon 50 at the USAF Academy in Colorado Springs offers trail and road races including a 50 mile ultra. The event is open to DoD ID cardholders and online registration closes April 18.

A community 5K poker ride and run at Bear Creek Regional Park welcoming horses, pack burros, cyclists, runners, hikers, kids, and leashed dogs. Proceeds support the Equestrian Skills Course and prizes are awarded across multiple categories.

Trail races at Greenland Open Space in Larkspur, Colorado offer 4 mile, 8 mile, 25K and 50K distances on dirt double-track trails with aid stations and championship designation for the 50K.

Niwot's Challenge is an invitation only, navigation focused ultradistance trial near Sedalia, Colorado, emphasizing off trail travel, limited aid, and self reliance across options from about 24 to 100 miles.

Experience the red rocks of Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs during this traffic free event. Choose between road and trail options ranging from 5K to 9.5 miles with stunning views of Pikes Peak.

Collegiate Peaks Trail Run in Buena Vista, Colorado offers 25-mile and 50-mile loop options on single-track and jeep trails. Each loop starts near 8,000 feet and includes over 3,500 feet of elevation gain and loss.

Experience a women focused trail event at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Choose from several distances ranging from 4 miles to 50K featuring winding singletrack and pine shaded canyons in Colorado Springs.

Experience the natural beauty of Mueller State Park with various trail distances from a 10k to 12 hour timed ultra events. Choose between traditional distance loops or a unique randomized format determined by colorful draws.

Multiple trail distances run from Buffalo Lodge in Colorado Springs with courses around Rampart Reservoir and Rampart Range Road, high points near 9,500 feet, limited onsite parking and a shuttle for the point to point 60K.

The Farish Trail Race takes place on May 23, 2026 at the Farish Recreation Area in Woodland Park, Colorado. Participants can run a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a free kids' one-mile event. The first 200 finishers get a special hat.

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with the Spirit Trail Race in Buena Vista, Colorado, a scenic trail event with marathon, half marathon and 9k options. Start in town square, enjoy Paddlefest fun, and support local nonprofits.

Test your endurance at high altitude with a range of obstacle course races from 5K to 50K held at the scenic Fort Carson Army Base near Pikes Peak.

A mountain trail ultramarathon in Buffalo Creek, Colorado, offering **50 Mile** and **50K** singletrack courses on soft surfaces with aid stations, marked trails, and finisher awards.

A Parker, CO trail event with a Dipsea style staggered start, a rolling, partly technical 10k and a kids 1 mile. No race day registration; volunteers may race for free and a top-10 podium and awards are given.

Experience smooth single track trails and sweeping views of Pikes Peak at the Great Divide Ultra. Choose from distances ranging up to 100 miles on a scenic looped course through the meadows of Mueller State Park.

Aiden's Adventure 5k is a community run/walk honoring a young child's memory. The event features a flat dirt trail 5k, a kids' dash, and family-friendly activities like carnival games and a butterfly release. All proceeds support local char..

A trail ultramarathon near Beulah, Colorado, traversing the Wet Mountains with 50 and 101 mile options. High elevations and 22,500 ft of climb, limited to 75 entries per distance and no refund policy.

Races through Garden of the Gods Park include a 10 mile road, 10K road and 10K trail, all finishing at Rock Ledge Ranch. The routes pass towering sandstone formations, include aid stations, and end with on-site post-race food and music.