Trail Running calendar near Denver 2026-2027

Join a family friendly trail event in Aurora featuring 5K distances and a kids run. Enjoy dog demonstrations, a pancake breakfast, and a kids fun zone while supporting therapy and patrol K9 units.

Experience a scenic run in Allenspark with majestic views of Mount Meeker and the Continental Divide. Choose between a competitive 5k or a casual 2k walk and bring your dog along for the race and an amateur dog show.

A multi day ultrarunning event in Loveland Colorado with timed events from 12 hour to 100 hour and distance races up to 200 mile on a two mile loop. Camping, continuous aid, chip timing, and event swag are provided.

Experience a high altitude mountain run at Arapahoe Basin covering 9.4 miles and 2,211 feet of vertical gain. Runners summit Little Lenawee peak and finish with live music and professional photos at Mountain Goat Plaza.

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.

Test your endurance at Staunton State Park with weighted rucking options ranging from 6.5 to 21.5 miles. Choose your load and tackle the Colorado trails to support the Special Forces Foundation.

A commemorative running event in Longmont, CO on a flat loop course, offering multiple race formats including a 100 mile option and virtual entries, with on-course aid, finisher awards, and hot food available during overnight racing.

Experience a historic Colorado mountain tradition in Nederland with trail and road races. Choose between a half marathon, 10K, or a dog friendly 5K while winding through scenic trails and old town streets.

Experience high altitude trail running at the Snow Mountain Ranch Trail Running Festival in Granby. Choose from distances ranging from 5 km to 50 km on scenic dirt and grass paths reaching nearly 10000 feet in elevation.

Experience the scenic trails of Lory State Park in this 13.5 mile mountain race featuring technical singletrack and stunning Rocky Mountain views. Enjoy a well supported course followed by a celebratory pancake breakfast at the finish.

Mountain trail races in Empire, Colorado offering 50K and 22K point to point courses with high altitude and substantial elevation gain. Prior ultra experience is required for the 50K and cut off times are enforced.

A trail race on Meadow Mountain in Minturn, Colorado featuring 11K and 5K routes across mountain meadows, historic sites, technical singletrack, aid stations offering water and Skratch hydration, and age group awards.

Second annual trail race in Golden, Colorado on September 19, 2026 supporting BeyondHome. Courses include a 10 mile North Table Loop route and a 5 mile route on Lithic and Fairmount Canal trails.

Follow the historic Barr Trail on a 13.3 mile journey from Manitou Springs to the 14,115 foot summit of Pikes Peak. Experience a 7,800 foot vertical climb through Colorado forests and alpine terrain in this high altitude event.

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 an obstacle course event in Fort Carson featuring 5 km and 15 km distances. Conquer signature muddy challenges and earn iconic finisher gear while enjoying views of the Rocky Mountains.

Experience a rugged trail adventure through the Colorado wilderness in Estes Park. Choose between a 50k run or bike and a heavy half marathon while supporting the local high school mountain bike team.

A point to point trail race from Vail to Minturn with 26K and 14K courses across Vail Mountain. Both routes feature alpine singletrack, scenic views of Mt. Holy Cross, staffed aid stations and a post race lunch voucher.

Experience the autumn colors of Colorado during this scenic 5K trail run. Participants race through Breckenridge's mountain trails before finishing at a historic downtown festival featuring traditional music and food.