Trail Running calendar near Colorado Springs 2026-2027

Rock Hawk Trail Races in Philip S. Miller Park, Castle Rock, CO offers 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on rolling ridgeline trails with cup free aid stations, live split tracking, and official chip timing.

A community trail event at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds on 08/29/2026 with a 5K run, a family 5K walk that allows leashed dogs, and a kids 1 mile plus demonstrations, vendors, and a pancake breakfast.

A 9.4-mile, 2,211 ft mountain trail race at Arapahoe Basin on September 5, 2026, capped at 700 runners. The course climbs from Mountain Goat Plaza to Little Lenawee summit and returns via alpine and singletrack trails, finishing with music..

Join the community for a 5K run or walk on a brand new dirt course at the North Arvada Middle School Athletic Complex. Support local high school racers before taking on this off road route yourself.

A load bearing endurance event at Staunton State Park on September 5, 2026. Routes range from 6.5 to 21.5 miles with loads from 10 to 40 lb and proceeds benefit the Special Forces Foundation.

Point-to-point trail races in Empire, Colorado offering 50K and 22K courses at high altitude with 100% dirt singletrack and substantial climbing. Prior ultra experience is required for the 50K and registration closes Sep 8.

A women's trail running event in Buena Vista, Colorado offering a Half Marathon and a 10k on mountain trails with views of the Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River. Organized by Trail Sisters to increase women’s participation in trail ru..

A trail race on North Table Mountain in Golden, Colorado on September 19, 2026 offering 10 mile and 5 mile courses. Hosted by BeyondHome, the event raises funds to help families move from homelessness to self-sufficiency.

A 13.3 mile mountain race from Manitou Springs to the 14,115 foot summit of Pikes Peak, gaining about 7,800 feet on the historic Barr Trail. The 2026 Ascent uses wave placement based on estimated times and invites elite competitors.

Experience a 26.2 mile mountain run from Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak and back. This historic event features over 7800 feet of elevation gain and a 10 hour time limit.

Expo Park XC is an old school grass cross-country meet in Aurora, Colorado, featuring creek crossings, a wooden footbridge and bale jumps. Races range from about 1 km for young children to a 5 km open race.

Experience the wild beauty of the Southern Colorado Rocky Mountains at Music Meadows Ranch. Choose from several trail distances ranging from 8 miles to 104 miles along the scenic Rainbow Trail.

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.

Tough Mudder Colorado at Fort Carson on September 26, 2026 features 15K and 5K courses with multiple muddy obstacles, a Mudder Village festival for spectators, and finisher items including medals, shirts, headbands and a complimentary drink..

A community driven 24 hour loop run in Palmer Lake, Colorado, on a 0.82 mile mountain course. Top three overall receive awards and the first ten runners to reach 100 miles earn onsite buckles.

A *5K* trail run on Town of Breckenridge Trails that finishes at Blue River Plaza on Main Street during Breckenridge Oktoberfest. Field limited to 300 runners; first 250 registrants receive a long-sleeve technical tee and 21+ entrants get a..

OUTLAST Colorado Springs is a 6 hour trail challenge with a 5K lap every hour for six rounds. Patches and a medal are awarded for laps completed and finishers are ranked on a national leaderboard with cash prizes for top times.

A high alpine 50k near Mount Princeton in Nathrop, Colorado, featuring 7,000 ft of climbing and a 13,100 ft high point. The course follows Chalk Creek Canyon and the Colorado Trail through ponderosa and aspen forests to an alpine plateau.

A fall trail event in Buena Vista, Colorado on September 27, 2026 offering a 14K trail race with over 500 feet of elevation gain and a 5K along the Arkansas River. Both races start and finish at Vendor Village near the Eddyline Beer Garden.

A weekend trail running festival at Bear Creek Lake Park offering 100K, 50M, 50K, half marathon, 10K and 5K on mostly singletrack terrain with looped courses, aid stations, drop bags, and controlled crew and pacer rules.