Trail Running calendar near Edwards 2025-2026

The Emerald Mountain Trail Run takes place in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, offering two race distances: a 12k (approximately 7.75 miles) and a 4-mile run. The scenic course starts at the base of Howelsen Hill and winds through aspen-lined single-track trails on Emerald Mountain. The event welcomes h..

The West Line Winder is a scenic trail running event held in Buena Vista, Colorado, featuring two race distances: a 50K (30.6 miles) with 4,000 feet of ascent and a 30K (18.1 miles) with 2,080 feet of ascent. The courses traverse buttery singletrack trails, forest roads, and some paved sections, set..

The Golden Leaf Half Marathon is a scenic running event held annually in late September, starting at Fanny Hill in Snowmass and finishing at Koch Lumber Park in downtown Aspen, Colorado. The course follows the Government Trail, winding through beautiful Aspen groves, offering runners a picturesque a..

The Sawatch Ascent 50k is a challenging high-alpine trail race held in Nathrop, Colorado, showcasing the stunning Sawatch Range. Covering 33 miles with 7,000 feet of vertical gain, the course features a mix of 26 miles of singletrack, paved, and gravel roads, including 12 miles on the Colorado Trail..

The 14er Fest 14K is a unique trail race held in Buena Vista, Colorado, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Covering 8.7 miles with over 500 feet of elevation gain, the course offers stunning views of the Collegiate Peaks, Arkansas River, and Buena Vista town. Runners start in the vendor village, t..

The Bear Chase is an endurance trail race festival held at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, Colorado. It offers multiple distances including 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, catering to both first-time ultramarathoners and experienced trail runners. The course features mostly dirt an..

Rocky's Backyard Ultra is a unique ultra trail race held at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado, known as the highest organized Backyard Ultra in the world. Runners complete 4.167-mile laps on a challenging singletrack course featuring about 500 feet of elevation gain and loss per lap, w..

The Suffer Better Fall Trail Run is an annual mountain endurance event held at Staunton State Park, Colorado. The 9th edition, scheduled for October 11, 2025, features challenging courses including 50K and 25K distances, a unique 25K Fishslappers division involving fish catching, and a new 5K race...

The Sage Burner Trail Race takes place in the scenic Hartman Rocks Recreation Area near Gunnison, Colorado, surrounded by stunning views of the Maroon Bells, San Juan Mountains, and Gunnison Basin. This fall event offers three distances: 50K, 28K, and 15K, featuring a challenging course with technic..

The Rubey Rescue Run is a 5K uphill trail race held annually in Aspen, Colorado, on Buttermilk Mountain. Participants start near the Buttermilk Mountain Lodge and ascend 1,700 feet to the Cliff House, finishing with breathtaking views of the Maroon Bells. The event welcomes runners with or without t..

Beware The Bear Trail Races take place at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, Colorado, offering 5km, 15km, and a combined 5+15km double race, along with a 1km kids' run. The courses feature mostly dirt trails with a mix of single and double tracks, incorporating short steep hills, rollers, and varied..

The Colleen De Reuck XC Classic is a cross country running event held annually at Harlow Platts Community Park in Boulder, Colorado. Honoring renowned distance runner Colleen De Reuck, the race promotes health, fitness, and celebrates local Olympians, with 2025 honoring 2012 Olympic marathoner Yoshi..

The Thumbs Up Vertical Challenge is an 8-hour ascent race held in Estes Park, Colorado, on the Thumb Open Space trail. Participants repeatedly run a 1 km out-and-back course with a 540-foot elevation gain per ascent. Runners collect poker chips at the turnaround point to track their completed ascent..

The Sawmill Trail Runs, part of the Human Potential Running Series, is an annual trail running event held at Staunton State Park in Pine, Colorado. Offering 50k, 16-mile, and 8-mile distances, the race features a scenic and challenging course through diverse terrain ranging from high grassy meadows..

The USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival, held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center in Granby, Colorado, is a vibrant collegiate and junior skiing event scheduled for January 24-25, 2026. It features classic races of 15 km and 7.5 km for college and independent high school athletes, alongside CHS..

The Gothic Mountain Tour, hosted by Crested Butte Nordic in Colorado, is a challenging and scenic cross-country ski race circling Gothic Mountain. It offers two race distances: a competitive 23.5-mile course starting behind Crested Butte Community School, and a 17.85-mile recreational course beginni..

The Summits Trail Runs, held at Granby Ranch Resort in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, offer a challenging and scenic trail running experience with distances from 6 miles to ultra distances including a 50k and a 12-hour Elevation Challenge. The courses feature rugged alpine terrain, single-track trails,..

The Silverheels Trail Runs, hosted by the Human Potential Running Series, take place at the Como Roundhouse in Como, Colorado, at an average elevation above 10,000 feet. This scenic event offers multiple race distances including 10-Mile, 19-Mile, 60k, 50-Mile, 100k, and 100-Mile options. The course..

The Summit 200 is a challenging 200-mile ultramarathon held in Frisco, Colorado, featuring a single loop through Summit County's stunning mountain terrain. The course includes scenic hiking trails, forest roads, and some pavement, with elevations ranging from 9,000 to nearly 13,000 feet and a total..