Trail Running calendar near Denver 2026-2027

Trail races at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park on May 23, 2026 offer 50k, 25k and 10k options. The course centers on a 10 km loop with a 1,200 ft climb at Bible Point and two staffed aid stations.

Trail running at Farish Recreation Area on May 23, 2026, with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a free 1 mile kids run. Top three men and women place in each adult race and the first 200 finishers receive a race hat.

Test your endurance at this Golden Colorado event following the classic backyard format with 4.17 mile laps every hour. Support the Sun Valley Kitchen and Community Center while pushing for your personal best distance.

The Colorado Springs Spartan Trifecta Weekend will take place in Fort Carson from Saturday 30 May 2026 to Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.

A multi distance running festival in Eaton, Colorado on May 30 to May 31, 2026 offering races from 7K to 100 Mile plus relay and timed events. The venue uses a 2 mile groomed loop and provides glamping and onsite amenities including sauna a..

A mountain ultramarathon near Denver offering 50 Mile and 50K options on mostly singletrack trails, passing 1996 burn areas, ponderosa pines, and granite formations. Part of the proceeds support the North Fork Volunteer Fire Department.

A 20K clockwise loop around Turquoise Lake that mixes hilly paved road and single track trail, held May 30, 2026, with $40 adult registration and free entry for youth 17 and under. Proceeds support local youth athletics and recreation.

A 10k trail race in Elk Meadow Park near Buchanan Park Recreation Center in Evergreen, CO, featuring a rolling-hills course, vendor tents and refreshments. The event is cup-free with water refills at the start and finish.

A scenic *5 km* cross country race at the Leadville National Fish Hatchery on May 31, 2026, with dirt road, path and trail sections. Awards are given by age group and youth registration is free.

Trail race in Parker, CO with a steep stair incline and about 600 feet of climbing. The main event is roughly 10 kilometers and there is a one mile kids race, handicap starts, aid stations, awards, and volunteer opportunities.

Six trail races across Summit County, Colorado, in summer 2026. Series registration includes long and short course options with adult, youth, and non binary categories and events at multiple Summit County trail heads.

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.

A looped trail ultrafestival in Mueller State Park on June 6 to 7 2026 offering 100 mile, 100k, 50k and 25k races on smooth single and double track. Aid stations are crew accessible and a night run takes place at sunset.

Aiden's Adventure 5K in Colorado Springs is the fifth annual memorial run with on-site and virtual 5K options plus a 1-mile kids dash. The event includes race shirts, medals, family activities, and donates proceeds to local charities.

A multi distance off road running festival at Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary near Erie, Colorado. Events include 5k, 10k, 50k, 50 mile and multiple timed runs while supporting the sanctuary.

A final edition trail race at Devil's Backbone Open Space in Loveland, Colorado featuring a looped 10k+ course, a staffed water stop near 3 miles, flour-arrow markings, informal stick-based placings, and an awards gathering at Loveland Alew..

A mountain trail 10 km on Vail Mountain at nearly 9,000 feet with varied terrain, two on course aid stations and a cupless policy with a provided collapsible cup. Multiple age categories and a total prize purse of $12,200.

A looped trail race at Barr Lake State Park near Brighton, Colorado, offering 5K through 50K distances on dirt trails with continuous lake and Front Range views. Courses feature low elevation gain per loop and varying aid station coverage.

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.

A four-race running series in Winter Park, Colorado, from June 14 to August 22, 2026. Events range from a family 5K to half marathons and are scored by a points system with Open Men and Open Women categories.