Trail Running calendar near Copper Mountain 2026-2027

Experience the Rocky Mountains at Granby Ranch Resort with distances ranging from 6 miles to a 14 hour elevation challenge. Runners navigate single track trails through aspen groves and alpine meadows with views of the mountain range.

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.

Run a flat and fast off road course at an animal sanctuary with views of the Rocky Mountains. Choose from multiple distances and timed events while supporting rescued farm animals in a festival atmosphere.

The Barr Lake Trail Race offers a flat, fast course on dirt trails around the scenic lake. With distances from 5K to 50K, runners can enjoy views of the Colorado Front Range. The event is in its seventh year and features a cupless initiativ..

Experience the single track trails of historic Howelsen Hill in Steamboat Springs. Choose between the 4 mile or 8 mile distance as you run through scenic aspen groves and vibrant wildflowers to benefit the Knights of Columbus.

Prepare for the Race Across the Sky at this three day training camp in Leadville. Run key sections of the 100 mile course alongside veteran guides and attend educational panels on nutrition and biomechanics.

Experience up to three miles of messy fun at the Colorado National Speedway. Navigate obstacles by crawling wading and sliding through the mud with friends and family during this unique event in Dacono.

Celebrate the longest day of the year with a scenic trail run through Beaver Creek Resort. Enjoy blooming wildflowers and breathtaking mountain views across diverse single track and gravel courses.

Experience the peaks of Colorado through a series of four half marathons and a 25 km trail race. Run through iconic locations like Estes Park and Nederland while supporting local youth programs.

Experience the highest trail marathon in the USA reaching 13185 feet at Mosquito Pass. Choose between a 26.4 mile marathon or a 15.46 mile heavy half through Leadvilles historic mining district and rugged high altitude terrain.

Run under the full moon in Colorado. This overnight event offers solo ultramarathon distances and team relays on rolling dirt trails. A unique 100-mile challenge with a cash prize is available for 3-person teams.

This Backyard Ultra takes place on a paved trail around scenic Lake Estes in Colorado. Runners complete a 4.252-mile loop every hour until only one remains. The event starts in the afternoon and includes custom swag for all participants.

Experience trail running at the historic Howelsen Hill ski area in Steamboat Springs. Choose between 5k and 10k distances as part of an exciting multi sport race weekend in the Colorado mountains.

Experience a half marathon in the mountains of Nederland Colorado. This event features a significant elevation gain of 4226 feet with the summit always in view.

Kick off Independence Day with a 5k run/walk in Winter Park, Colorado. The scenic route travels along the Fraser River Trail and finishes at the Rendezvous Event Center for a post-race party.

Celebrate the Fourth of July at over 10,000 feet in North America’s highest city. This 5K run and walk through downtown Leadville supports local youth athletics and begins just before the annual holiday parade.

Celebrate 50 years of history at the Vail HillClimb, a 12.2 km mountain race gaining over 2,000 feet of elevation. Run from Vail Village to the scenic Mid-Vail finish line for incredible views and commemorative awards.

Experience high altitude trail running through historic Colorado ghost towns and mines at over 10000 feet. Choose from distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles in the scenic South Park Valley.

Experience Crested Butte's oldest trail challenge with 15k and 25k runs or a technical 25k mountain bike race. Navigate scenic singletrack and alpine ridges finishing with a post race brunch.

Experience an endurance challenge through historic Colorado mining districts with the Silver Rush 50 Run. Choose between 50 mile, 15 mile, or junior 5k distances while competing for a qualifying spot in the Leadville Trail 100.