Trail Running calendar near Fort Collins 2026-2027

Repeating 2 km out and back laps on the Thumb Open Space trail in Estes Park. Participants collect a poker chip at each turnaround and the most chips wins during a sunup to sundown timeframe; 35 spots and a $100 entry fee.

Experience a true mountain ultra through the rugged alpine peaks and lakes of Northern Colorado. Navigate technical trails and high ridges across 60km or 100km courses in a wild wilderness setting.

A mountain fundraiser in Conifer, Colorado on July 25, 2026 featuring a 10K, a USATF certified 5K, and a 2 mile fun run, followed by a street festival with live music, vendors, and family activities.

A point to point relay across Colorado, the Wild West Relay covers 200 miles and 36 legs from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs over two mountain passes. Teams of various sizes can compete and each team carries a GPS tracker with app suppor..

Point to point mountain trail races in Winter Park, Colorado on August 1, 2026. Three distances offer alpine singletrack, substantial elevation change, aid stations with nutrition, and age group awards for men and women.

Two Brothers Up and Down in Idaho Springs offers two uphill out and back races on mixed dirt and paved roads, with steep sections and an aid station on the 10k. Both races start and finish at Courtney Riley Cooper Park.

A four-race August trail series at Lory State Park in Fort Collins featuring 5k, 10k and 12k courses with chip timing, series points and end-of-series awards. Post-race pizza and beverages are provided.

Experience a focused trail run through the hills of Lory State Park with 1,700 feet of elevation gain. Enjoy a post-race social with pizza and beer in a scenic outdoor setting limited to 100 participants.

A four‑race midweek trail series at Lory State Park in August 2026 offering 5k, 10k and 12k courses with varied elevation. Series and per-race registration, post-race food and drinks, and end-of-series awards for top points scorers.

A marathon and half marathon on the Medicine Bow Rail Trail near Lake Owen, Wyoming on August 15, 2026. Courses run on a wide gravel trail at high elevation with timed results and aid stations, and proceeds support trail upkeep.

A multi-distance race at Boulder Reservoir, Colorado, featuring a mostly dirt and trail course with about 200 feet of elevation gain and views of the reservoir and the Rocky Mountains.

Trail ultras from Roxborough State Park to Sharptail Trailhead featuring sustained climbs, technical singletrack, and a long runnable finish, with full aid support and an emphasis on land stewardship.

Westminster Trail Race at Standley Lake in Westminster, Colorado offers five dirt-trail distances from 5K to 50K with lake and Front Range views on out-and-back and Y routes.

Summit Grays and Torreys Peaks in this 8.8 mile Colorado endurance event. Participants must carry a 20lb dry load while tackling 4,101 feet of elevation gain.

Experience a hilly 5k trail race through the scenic Lory State Park. Enjoy a low key atmosphere followed by pizza, beverages, and a vintage race shirt in this midweek summer series event.

A four‑race midweek trail series at Lory State Park in August 2026 offering 5k, 10k and 12k courses with varied elevation. Series and per-race registration, post-race food and drinks, and end-of-series awards for top points scorers.

A 60 hour endurance challenge at Snow Mountain Ranch where runners repeat a 10 mile trail loop to reach milestone distances. Entry includes lodging, meals, training and recovery services.

Experience a high altitude trail run through the Rocky Mountains on 100 percent unpaved roads and trails. This dog friendly event in Fraser supports children facing cancer through the Shining Stars Foundation.

Experience high altitude trail running through the scenic singletrack and historic landmarks of Staunton State Park. Choose between a full or half marathon featuring sweeping mountain views and a festive post-race meal.

Antelope Dash features 4 Miler and 8 Miler trail races in Curt Gowdy State Park near Cheyenne, WY. Courses run through aspens and pines with elevations from 7,300 to 7,700 feet and include reservoirs and granite rock formations.